IT Risk Manager (Fintech)

TL;DR

IT Risk Manager (Fintech): Providing independent second line oversight across information security, technology, data, and AI for a regulated financial services organization with an accent on risk assessments, control effectiveness, and operational resilience. Focus on monitoring emerging cyber and AI risks, leading root cause analysis for incidents, and delivering insightful reporting to senior stakeholders.

Location: Hybrid (United Kingdom)

Salary: £60,000 - £67,000 per annum + bonus

Company

hirify.global is a recruitment firm placing candidates into a regulated financial services organization.

What you will do

• Provide independent oversight and challenge of technology, cyber, data, and operational risk management activities.
• Review risk assessments, control effectiveness, and remediation plans to ensure risks are managed appropriately.
• Monitor and assess emerging risks across cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and technology change.
• Lead the review of incidents and root cause analysis, challenging remediation actions where necessary.
• Deliver clear risk reporting and insights to senior stakeholders and governance committees.
• Support the development and embedding of enterprise risk frameworks and policies.

Requirements

• Professional qualification: CISA, CISM, CISSP, or CRISC.
• Strong experience in Technology Risk, Information Security, Cyber Risk, IT Audit, or Operational Risk.
• Proven second line risk experience within a regulated environment.
• Good understanding of NIST, ISO 27001, and operational resilience principles.
• Knowledge of emerging technology and AI-related risks.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and analytical skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Annual bonus opportunity and competitive pension contribution scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance with options to buy and sell additional days.
• Private medical cover and electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
• Ongoing professional development and certification support.
• Paid volunteering days and comprehensive health and wellbeing initiatives.