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Senior Operationnal Risk Manager

Ur-Capital


Job Location:

Geneva - Switzerland

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 12 August 2026 (24 days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

A leading international private bank is seeking a Senior Operational Risk Manager to strengthen its operational risk framework ensure regulatory compliance and support group-wide risk governance across an international banking environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process across the organization
Oversee the outsourcing and third-party risk management framework ensuring appropriate governance and monitoring
Ensure the operational risk framework remains aligned with applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices
Support the implementation and continuous enhancement of operational risk policies processes and controls
Promote consistency of operational risk practices and governance across the Group
Monitor operational risk exposures and recommend appropriate mitigation measures
Collaborate with business units control functions and senior stakeholders to strengthen the risk culture
Support regulatory initiatives audits and risk-related projects as required
Prepare risk reporting and presentations for senior management and governance committees
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Banks operational risk management framework

Requirements

University degree in Finance Economics Business Administration or a related field
Minimum 10 years of experience in Operational Risk Internal Audit Risk Management or a related control function within the banking or financial services industry
Strong expertise in operational risk frameworks regulatory implementation and risk governance
Experience with Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA) outsourcing risk and third-party risk management
Good understanding of banking regulations and operational risk best practices including FINMA requirements
Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively
Ability to work independently while collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders across the organization
Excellent communication presentation and stakeholder management skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Avaloq is considered an advantage
Fluency in English is required with a very good command of French; German is considered an asset


Required Experience:

Manager


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UR Capital provides executive search, recruitment and human resources consulting services. 20 years experience, identifying and recruiting business-critical talent.

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