Operational Risk Manager Electronic Markets

London

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Whats the role

Bloombergs Electronic Markets business delivers a powerful fully integrated trading ecosystem that enables clients to execute complex workflows directly through the Bloomberg Terminal. From order entry and trade execution to allocation and post-trade analytics (including trade cost analysis) Electronic Markets connects buy-side and sell-side systems such as AIM and TOMS allowing clients to manage their multi-asset trading lifecycle within a unified data-rich environment.

We are looking for an Operational Risk Manager to join our London team as part of a global function dedicated to strengthening governance risk and control frameworks across Electronic Markets. This role will play a critical part in safeguarding the effectiveness of our operating environment supporting continuous improvement and driving strong cross-functional collaboration across Business Technology and Compliance teams.

Well trust you to:

Risk Framework & Oversight

o Maintain and enhance the risk management frameworks across regulated and unregulated areas of Electronic Markets ensuring alignment with agreed risk appetite and tolerance.

o Support the execution and enhancement of risk programmes including Risk Events Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) scenario analysis stress testing and ICARA assessment.

o Identify assess and monitor risks across Electronic Markets workflows delivering actionable insights to senior management and governance forums.

Control Environment & Monitoring

o Oversee incident management processes ensuring lessons learnt and remediation plans are effectively embedded.

o Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) providing clear and insightful reporting on trends emerging issues and areas requiring management action.

o Analyse end-to-end processes to identify control gaps or deficiencies and partner with stakeholders to design practical sustainable solutions.

Governance Compliance & Reporting

o Partner with Business Technology and Compliance to ensure that controls and processes remain aligned with regulatory and legal requirements

o Provide transparent data-driven risk reporting to senior stakeholders and committees

o Support the oversight of third-party vendors and outsourced service providers ensuring performance and risks are effectively controlled.

Collaboration & Advisory

o Promote a strong risk culture across Electronic Markets embedding awareness and accountability in day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.

o Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders ensuring risk considerations are factored into decision-making change initiatives and product development.

o Partner with Business and Technology teams to ensure business continuity disaster recovery and resilience testing are regularly conducted and lessons applied.

Youll need to have:

Minimum 4 years experience in non-financial risk management in 1LOD or 2LOD roles

Bachelors Degree or higher in Business Finance Information Systems or related discipline

Experience in oversight of operational risks profiles inc. 3^rd party vendor and outsourcing risk technology and information security risk

Sound understanding of financial services products electronic trading and related workflows

Strong knowledge of the UK and European regulatory landscape with the ability to apply regulatory requirements to complex trading workflows

Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex information and translate it into practical solutions

Collaborative proactive and adaptable approach with the ability to navigate competing priorities in a dynamic environment

Wed love to see:

Relevant professional certifications such as FRM PRM CFA

Experience in committee governance

Familiarity with data analytics or visualization tools to enhance risk reporting and insights.

Does this sound like you

Apply if you think were a good match. Well get in touch to let you know what the next steps are but in the meantime feel free to have a look at: indicated please note that years of experience are a guide; we will consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary for the role.