Operational Risk Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Reference #
276852BRCity
LondonJob Type
Full TimeYour role
We're looking for [Operational Risk Manger] to: Do you have experience in providing compliance or risk advisory services to a business division? Do you enjoy advising and supporting compliance colleagues to ensure compliance? Are you confident when it comes to speaking up for what is right and challenging at all levels?- Drive the identification, assessment, measurement, mitigation and monitoring of compliance and operational risk as it pertains to the 2LOD business
- Ensure risk frameworks are designed well and operating effectively
- Provide 2LOD colleagues with controls, tools, training, frameworks , information and insights required for them to manage risk
- Deliver independent risk assessment and reports that shed light on our risk profile
- Support senior management with reporting on our risk profile and control environment
Your team
You'll be working in the [Compliance and Operational Risk Control (C&ORC] team in [London]. [Someone who is an independent function providing oversight of the Compliance, Conduct and Operational Risks within the firm. The Global IB Chief of Staff team is seeking a talented individual to work in the Operational Risk Management (ORM) and Reporting area.]Your expertise
- You have:
- a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business/Accountancy/Finance/Law or similar field
- Good knowledge/understanding of operational risk. Knowledge of operational risk framework is a plus
- Previous experience in operational risk field or reporting/management office
- Excellent written communication
- Knowledge of reporting tools such as Business Object and Tableau as a plus
- Strong analysis and problem solving skills
- Interpersonal and leadership skills
- A greater communicator both written and verbal
- Organized, detail orientated and able to work on your own initiative to critically challenge and verify documentation and processes
- Able to generate ideas and influence senior management
- Analytical with sharp numeric skills
- fluent in English
About us
UBS is the world’s largest and only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?
How we hire
This role requires an assessment on application. Learn more about how we hire: www.ubs.com/global/en/careers/experienced-professionals.htmlJoin us
At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?
Disclaimer / Policy Statements
UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.Operational Risk Manager | UBS - Experienced professionals - job boards
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Investment & Asset Management
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Operational Risk Manager roles across UBS's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Investment & Asset Management.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £65,469 - £125,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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