Hybrid working - highly flexible

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Prudential Risk Specialist to join a leading financial organization.

This role is perfect for a first-time mover (ACA/ACCA) working in risk assurance/internal audit who is looking for the next step in their career. This is perfect for a senior associate/manager level. We also welcome applications from second time movers who have financial services experience.

As a mutual organisation, they're owned by their members and are dedicated to providing the best possible service to customers. They've built a reputation for excellence, and are looking for someone who shares the commitment to quality and innovation.

They have a proven track record for development and a clear pathway to senior leadership for this role. To give you the best possible opportunity to progress, they have excellent training and great on the job support from experienced hires within the team to ensure that you grow and develop.

As a Prudential Risk Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the organization remains compliant with regulatory requirements in all areas of prudential risk. You will play a strategic role in providing assurance to senior stakeholders and regulatory bodies, and contribute to the development and implementation of effective risk management strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting assurance reviews of key areas of prudential risk, including regulatory returns, stress testing outputs, and impact assessment associated with emerging regulation.
• Producing high-quality assurance reports and communicating findings in a concise, business-focused manner to a range of stakeholders.
• Keeping up-to-date with prevailing and emerging prudential regulation, including Capital Requirements Regulation, IFRS 9, and regulatory returns such as COREP and FINREP.
• Interpreting complex regulatory requirements and identifying potential impacts on the organization's regulatory products and overall operations.
• Presenting technical information to non-technical audiences and building and maintaining relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Managing stakeholders at all levels and providing constructive feedback and challenge where required.
• Demonstrating detailed knowledge of the prevailing and emerging prudential regulatory environment in which the organization operates.
• Possessing knowledge of regulatory expectations as pertaining to a retail IRB mortgage lender.

Requirements:

• A proven track record in providing assurance over complex regulatory risks.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels.
• Knowledge of retail and commercial mortgage lending processes.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to produce high-quality assurance reports.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

My client are a progressive and forward-thinking employer, and successfully adapted to remote working during the pandemic. While this role is based at their Head Office in Yorkshire, they are open to discussing flexible working arrangements that suit your needs.

They offer a range of benefits to their colleagues, including a generous pension contribution and bonus scheme, a health cash plan, an employee assistance program, and a rail season ticket scheme. They are committed to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth, and we offer a range of opportunities for training and development.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Prudential Risk Specialist looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.