senior associate, operational risk.

A prestigious European financial powerhouse with a long-standing heritage, operating an expansive international network that specializes in tailored corporate banking, investment solutions, and commercial lending. The institution prides itself on combining a deeply rooted culture of risk stewardship with agile, client-centric market execution.

about the team.You will join a collaborative and high-performing Risk Management department at the local branch level , reporting directly to the Head of Risk. The team acts as a vital strategic partner to the business, collaborating closely with regional operational risk functions and cross-functional departments to assess vulnerabilities, protect assets, and ensure strict regulatory alignment.

about the job.

In this role, you will execute a hybrid mandate encompassing operational risk management, business continuity, and high-level transverse initiatives. Key responsibilities include:

• Facilitating the annual Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSA) across all internal business units and departments.
• Governing the operational incident reporting lifecycle and overseeing internal control frameworks.
• Structuring and delivering comprehensive operational risk reports for governance committees.
• Conducting ad-hoc gap analyses against the local banking regulator's Supervisory Policy Manuals (SPMs), self-assessments, and industry good practices.
• Minimizing third-party exposures by overseeing outsourcing risks and conducting periodic contract reviews.
• Developing and maintaining business continuity plans to strengthen operational resilience in alignment with regional frameworks.
• Supporting executive leadership on critical transverse projects, including deposit protection schemes, climate risk assessment exercises (C-RAF), and policy updates.

skills & experiences required.

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related academic discipline.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant operational risk management experience specifically within a banking environment.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep familiarity with local banking regulatory frameworks (such as HKMA guidelines) and risk management best practices.
• Technical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in risk assessment tools and methodologies.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional interpersonal, execution, and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Certifications: Professional credentials such as the ECF-Operational Risk Management (Core or Professional) certification are highly preferred.
• Language: Complete fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory.