Risk Business Partner for Technology (Fintech)

TL;DR

Risk Business Partner for Technology (Fintech): Implementing and managing the Risk Management Framework for the technology business area with an accent on control framework design, vendor management, and operational resilience. Focus on conducting RCSAs, performing control testing, and ensuring regulatory compliance within a fast-growing bank.

Location: Hybrid (Milton Keynes, UK)

Company

hirify.global is the UK’s fastest-growing fintech firm, dedicated to supporting established SMEs.

What you will do

• Partner with Technology to embed the Risk Management Framework, including policies and procedures.
• Design and operate technology control frameworks and manage vendor risk controls.
• Perform testing of key controls to inform the non-financial risk profile and management actions.
• Support operational resilience programming and technology resilience scenario planning.
• Coordinate and facilitate the bank’s Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and annual refresh.
• Provide quantitative and qualitative input for First Line Risk Reporting to relevant committees.

Requirements

• 10-12 years of experience in operational risk management, RCSA administration, and ICAAP compliance.
• Deep expertise in internal controls and technology control frameworks.
• Proven experience in overseeing vendor risk management frameworks and 3rd party assessments.
• Strong written and presentation skills for communication across different seniority levels.
• Must be based in or able to work hybrid from the Milton Keynes office.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of ISO27001 and SOC2 type controls.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for Operational Resilience and Outsourcing.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Private health cover and life assurance.
• Pension contributions and discretionary bonus scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave policies.
• Full onboarding support and continued development opportunities.