Senior Risk Partner
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ABOUT US
Were the worlds leading provider of secure financial messaging services headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value across borders through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale precision pace and trust that this demands and were proud to support the global economy.
Were unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value a reliable safe and secure approach that the community can trust completely. Were always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape without undermining that trust. Five decades on our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently test exhaustively then implement a connected and exciting era our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200 countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12000 banks and financial institutions.
The Senior Risk Partner is a critical member of the Business Risk function supporting strategic decision-making and strengthening risk excellence across the organisation. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders provide independent second-line challenge and lead deep-dive assessments across key risk areas. This role requires a proactive thinker with strong analytical capability solid judgement and the ability to influence across functions.
Job Description Senior Risk Partner
Location: United Kingdom Function: Business Risk Level: Senior Individual Contributor
About the Role
The Senior Risk Partner is a critical member of the Business Risk function supporting strategic decision-making and strengthening risk excellence across the organisation. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders provide independent second-line challenge and lead deep-dive assessments across key risk areas. This role requires a proactive thinker with strong analytical capability solid judgement and the ability to influence across functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide independent second-line challenge on risk topics including operational technology regulatory and strategic risks.
- Conduct deep-dive assessments thematic reviews and targeted analyses to evaluate risk drivers and control effectiveness.
- Lead and contribute to cross-functional risk initiatives ensuring alignment with Swifts Enterprise Risk Management Framework and risk appetite.
- Support senior management with risk insights scenario analysis and recommendations for decision-making.
- Support preparation of materials for governance forums committees and regulators.
- Partner with business teams to strengthen risk culture improve risk awareness and advocate for consistent risk practices.
- Drive continuous improvement in risk processes tools and reporting.
- Deliver thought leadership on emerging risks best-practice methodologies and industry trends.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strategic and critical thinking able to synthesise complex information and form clear actionable views.
- Thought leadership comfortable shaping narratives and understanding risk profiles in evolving risk areas.
- Cross-functional collaboration proven ability to influence and partner effectively across diverse teams.
- Analytical depth strong capability to conduct deep dives and identify root causes.
- Risk challenge mindset confidence and maturity to provide independent balanced second-line oversight.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-engagement skills.
- High integrity sound judgement and a commitment to maintaining a strong risk culture.
Experience
- Experience in banking financial market infrastructure (FMI) or payments (highly preferred).
- Prior background in risk management internal audit financial advisory or regulatory work.
- Big Four experience (consulting advisory or assurance) highly advantageous.
- Strong understanding of risk frameworks operational resilience controls and regulatory expectations.
Education and Certifications
- Bachelors degree required (business finance economics or related).
- MBA preferred.
- Professional certifications (e.g. IRM CIA PRM) beneficial but not mandatory.
The Ideal Candidate
Youll thrive in this role if you enjoy influencing senior stakeholders and helping an organisation raise its risk maturity. You combine intellectual curiosity with practical judgement and you can move comfortably between strategic thinking and detailed analysis.
What we offer
We give you a competitive package
We help you perform at your best
We give you the freedom to be yourself
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals like you with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyones voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview please contact or indicate this in your application.
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All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.
Dont meet every single requirement At Swift we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team so if you are excited about this role we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
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About Company
SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services. We provide our community with a platform for messaging and standards for communicating, and we offer products and services to facilitate access and integration, identifi ... View more
