Senior Operational Risk Manager
West Midlands / Hybrid

Broadgate Search is partnered with a highly regarded and well-established UK financial services institution is seeking an experienced Senior Operational Risk Manager to join its growing Group Risk function. 


This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible second-line role within a respected institution where risk is seen as a strategic partner to the business. The team has a broad remit and genuine influence across the organisation, giving you the platform to shape how operational risk is understood, challenged and embedded at a group level.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will help strengthen and evolve the Operational Risk Framework, providing oversight, analysis and constructive challenge across a range of business areas. The role combines strategic exposure with hands-on risk work, including risk reporting for executive committees, scenario analysis, thematic reviews and partnership with the business on risk and control assessments.

You will also play a key part in developing relationships across the organisation, ensuring risk considerations are embedded into decision-making while helping enhance the overall control environment.

We’re looking for someone who brings:
  • Experience in Operational Risk, ideally within financial services
  • Strong analytical capability and the ability to translate risk insights for senior audiences
  • Confidence working with senior stakeholders and providing effective challenge is a crucial part of this role
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills for reporting and presentations
  • Excellent written communication and attention to detail
This role offers the chance to join a collaborative and forward-thinking risk function where your expertise will be valued, your voice heard, and your work will directly influence how risk is managed across the organisation.