Graduate Operational Risk Officer

Role Overview

• Proactive management of the Bank’s Risk Management Framework
• Conduct investigations following a risk or disruption event and manage remedial actions through to completion
• Perform reconciliations to ensure good customer outcomes and identify any issues for investigation
• Assist with producing management reports and returns which may involve detailed research and analysis from within and outside the unit;
• Deal with specific tasks within set terms of reference and defined processes;
• To work with each department and the various business units to provide support, advice and guidance on appropriate risk management framework, policies and procedures, which will facilitate the business in identifying, assessing and managing risk within the business, meeting the standards set and regulatory requirements;
• Support the Operational Risk & Internal Control team as and when required on specific activities and projects;
• Assist in managing all Operational Risk and Internal Control principles, ensuring policies and procedures are clearly defined and regulatory developments are proactively communicated;
• Through regular and thematic monitoring and appropriate business involvement ensure all procedures and controls are carried out to the required level of competence as set out in the Bank’s policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with the internal stakeholders;
• Continuously improve the quality, timeliness, organisation and accuracy of all workflows including; Incident reporting, Committee documentation and all internal reporting.

Requirements

• Holds a relevant degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong attention to detail with proven ability to deliver accurate and timely data input, authorisation, and reporting, consistently meeting performance targets.
• Knowledge of banking operations and processes is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated reliability and ability to foster an environment of teamwork and mutual support.
• Capable of working independently, using initiative, and managing strict deadlines across a variety of business areas, while delivering high-quality outcomes as part of a multi-functional team.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all areas of the Bank.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with resilience and flexibility to remain calm under pressure.
• Proven track record of guiding colleagues to work together effectively, consistently setting and meeting high standards.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships both internally and externally.

Benefits

• Eligible for a discretionary performance-related annual bonus
• We put 10% of salary into your pension, even if you don’t contribute yourself.
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 27 days after 2yrs service, and 29 days after 5 years
• Company funded Employee Assistance Programme
• Benefits supporting you and your family, such as death-in-service benefit
• Share in Access Bank success by investing in our share plans after 5 years of service