Operational Risk Assurance Specialist (Fintech)

TL;DR

Operational Risk Assurance Specialist (Fintech): Deliver operational risk assurance reviews and control testing within a fast-growing fintech bank with an accent on risk-based assurance, evidence assessment, and remediation validation. Focus on designing and executing assurance plans, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring effective risk control in a regulated financial environment.

Location: Hybrid in Milton Keynes Office, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is the UK’s fastest growing fintech company focused on serving established SMEs, a major underserved market segment.

What you will do

• Deliver operational risk assurance reviews from planning to final reporting, ensuring risk-based and evidence-supported work.
• Define review scope, objectives, and testing approaches in consultation with the Head of Operational Risk.
• Perform control testing to assess design and operating effectiveness of risk controls.
• Provide ongoing assurance over RiskSmart items, validating remediation and action closure.
• Engage with first line stakeholders to obtain evidence and discuss observations.
• Monitor and report progress on assurance actions and escalate issues as needed.

Requirements

• Location: Must be able to work hybrid from Milton Keynes, UK office.
• Experience in operational risk assurance, control testing, or audit in financial services or regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of operational risk, controls, assurance testing, and issue management.
• Experience with GRC systems or issue/action tracking tools.
• Excellent written communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple reviews and deliver results under deadlines.

Culture & Benefits

• Full onboarding and ongoing development opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Regular social activities and team culture.
• Pension contributions and discretionary bonus scheme.
• Private health cover and life assurance.
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity leave.