Control Testing Lead
Control Testing Lead
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15-07-2025
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Job Description
We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.
Design and maintain a robust control testing framework to assess the effectiveness of operational financial and IT controls across the organisation.
Ensure the control testing framework aligns with regulatory requirements (e.g. FCA PSD2 GDPR) and industry standards such as COSO and ISO 31000.
Develop and update control testing policies procedures and documentation to reflect changes in regulatory requirements business processes or risk appetite.
Maintain a comprehensive control library mapping controls to risks and business objectives.
Control Testing Execution
Plan execute and document control testing activities including design and operating effectiveness testing.
Perform periodic assessments of high-risk areas including cybersecurity anti-money laundering (AML) customer onboarding payment processing and data protection.
Analyse test results to identify control gaps deficiencies or areas for improvement.
Document findings and control weaknesses ensuring they are communicated clearly to relevant stakeholders.
Work with control owners and process teams to develop and track remediation plans for identified deficiencies ensuring timely resolution.
Conduct follow-up testing to validate the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.
Collaborate with risk teams to ensure control testing aligns with the organisations risk assessment and regulatory requirements.
Control Testing Framework
Framework Development:
Design and maintain a robust control testing framework to assess the effectiveness of operational financial and IT controls across the organisation.
Ensure the control testing framework aligns with regulatory requirements (e.g. FCA PSD2 GDPR) and industry standards such as COSO and ISO 31000.
Policy and Procedures:
Develop and update control testing policies procedures and documentation to reflect changes in regulatory requirements business processes or risk appetite.
Maintain a comprehensive control library mapping controls to risks and business objectives.
Control Testing Execution
Testing and Evaluation:
Plan execute and document control testing activities including design and operating effectiveness testing.
Perform periodic assessments of high-risk areas including cybersecurity anti-money laundering (AML) customer onboarding payment processing and data protection.
Analyze test results to identify control gaps deficiencies or areas for improvement.
Issue Identification and Remediation:
Document findings and control weaknesses ensuring they are communicated clearly to relevant stakeholders.
Work with control owners and process teams to develop and track remediation plans for identified deficiencies ensuring timely resolution.
Conduct follow-up testing to validate the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.
Risk Assessment Alignment:
Collaborate with risk teams to ensure control testing aligns with the organisations risk assessment and regulatory requirements.
Provide insights from testing to enhance the organisations risk register and inform key risk indicators (KRIs).
Reporting and Communication
Prepare detailed control testing reports and dashboards for senior management risk committees and regulators.
Provide clear insights into control effectiveness testing outcomes and remediation progress.
Act as the primary liaison between the control testing function and key stakeholders including business units compliance and internal audit.
Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership providing actionable insights to improve the control environment.
Support regulatory audits and examinations by providing control testing documentation and responding to inquiries.
Ensure the organisation is prepared for external reviews of its control environment.
Continuous Improvement and Risk Culture
Identify opportunities to enhance control testing processes through automation advanced analytics and technology tools.
Benchmark the control testing framework against industry best practices to ensure continuous improvement.
Promote awareness of control testing and its importance in managing operational risk across the organisation.
Provide training and guidance to control owners on the importance of effective control design and operation.
This role requires an energetic self-starter that can liaise with a large number of teams and business both regionallyand globally.
Experience and knowledge in working for a regulated fintech technology business
Requirments
- 7-10 years experience in control testing operational riskinternal audit or compliance within a financial services orregulated FinTech environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in assessing controls related tofinancial operations IT systems AML and data protection.
- Proven ability to perform test of controls (design andoperating effectiveness)
- Strong understanding of operational processes riskframeworks and regulatory in using governance risk and compliance(GRC) tools and control testing platforms.
- Strong data analysis skills including proficiency in Exceland data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI).Familiarity with risk management frameworks (e.g. COSONIST ISO 31000) and control testing methodologies.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills withthe ability to influence and engage stakeholders at in managing regulatory audits.
- Ability to work collaboratively with regional and globalpartners in other functional units; ability to navigate acomplex organisation; to influence and lead people acrosscultures at a senior levelExcellent problem-solving skills inquisitive nature andcomfort challenging current practices.
- Proven track record of taking ideas forward withoutsupervision and challenging others where appropriate.
- Adapt at developing relationships with senior businessexecutives with a reputation for partnering acrossorganisation lines to mitigate risks.
- Highly disciplined able to work with limited supervision andmake independent decisions.
- Strong organisational project management andmulti-tasking skills with demonstrated ability to manageexpectations and deliver results.
- High level of professionalism self-motivation and sense ofurgency.
- Bachelors degree in Finance Business AdministrationRisk Management Information Technology or a relatedfield.
- Advanced degree (e.g. MBA MS in Risk Management) isa plus
What you will get in return:
Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. #LI-Hybrid
Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesnt go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
Generous Time Off: Need a breather Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
Employee Referral Program: Love working here Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans weve got your back. Plus location-specific benefits and perks!
Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement propelling your career to new heights!Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent initiative and alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.
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