Operational Risk Manager

2 days ago

Athens, Attica, Greece Optimal HR Full time €80,000 - €100,000 per year

Optimal, on behalf of its client, a leading banking institution, is looking for an Operational Risk Manager.

What you will focus on 

  • Provide advisory support on Outsourcing/Third-Party Risk Management, including policies, standards, procedures, methodologies, and the use of relevant information systems.
  • Maintain a network with risk management professionals across the industry to ensure alignment with best practices in third-party risk management.
  • Oversee compliance risk related to outsourcing regulations at a Group level, including adherence to EBA, EU directives, and Central Bank guidelines.
  • Design and supervise the implementation of the Outsourcing Risk Management Program in collaboration with relevant Units, covering policies, procedures, risk assessment, BCP plans, and exit strategies.
  • Monitor and document all operational risk events related to outsourcing and track action plans and mitigation efforts.
  • Review third-party risk assessments, including due diligence, BCP/Exit Plans, and SLAs/contract terms.
  • Collaborate with business units and subsidiaries to provide guidance on identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating outsourcing risks.
  • Support the development of a third-party risk measurement program using KRIs and ensure alignment with the Risk Appetite Framework (RAF).
  • Prepare reports and present risk levels associated with third-party arrangements.
  • Promote risk awareness through training and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the Group and with external providers.

What we are looking for 

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, IT, or Engineering
  • Master's degree in any of the above fields or in Risk Management/Internal Audit, is highly desirable
  • At least 5 years of experience in Procurement or Risk Management within a Banking/Financial Institution or a Consulting Firm
  • Strong Project Management & Risk Management skills
  • Knowledge of Cloud Computing and Technology Risk is considered a plus
  • Excellent command of English
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and projects
  • Excellent analytical, critical, and conceptual thinking skills

What the company offers

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
  • Tickets for restaurants & supermarkets
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation
  • Hybrid work model after the onboarding period

About Optimal

Since 2005, Optimal has provided unparalleled, bespoke HR services to large organizations and SMEs operating in the EMEA region. We pride ourselves on delivering a 360° business support platform to our clients through 6 service divisions:

  • Talent Acquisition
  • HR Strategy & Talent Development
  • Learning & Development
  • Workforce Management
  • Recruiting
  • Outplacement

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