Head of Operational Risk leading operational risk framework development and implementation for commodity trading. Managing an international team and ensuring effective risk controls.
About the role
- Team Lead Digital Risk Control overseeing risk control for Business Domain Tech at Swiss Re. Leading a high-performing team in digital risk management and ensuring compliance across technology domains.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the Digital Risk Control Business Domain Tech team for Swiss Re
- Establish and maintain a robust digital risk posture across your area of responsibility
- Foster a strong risk culture within organizational structures
- Ensure threats and risks are understood, issues are handled timely, and controls are effective
- Collaborate with digital & technology teams to embed controls into operational procedures
- Measure performance and continuously improve our risk position
- Establish operational transparency through continuous monitoring and assessment of controls
- Drive corrective actions when necessary to meet our risk tolerance
- Create an environment enabling autonomy and mastery for all team members
- Develop staff skills through learning opportunities and growth plans
- Contribute to strategy development as an active member of the leadership team
- Champion continuous innovation and finding better approaches every day
Requirements
- Strong people management and leadership skills with experience leading international teams
- Track record of successful delivery in IT governance-related roles (IT audit, operational risk management)-preferred applicants with 12+ years of relevant experience
- Understanding of Risk Management Frameworks such as COBIT, ISO 31000, and COSO ERM
- Excellent communication, influencing, and collaboration skills
- Fluency in both written and spoken English.
Benefits
- Attractive performance-based bonus
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