Interim Head of Operational Risk - #2117883

4 month contract / start date late September

Manchester (Hybrid) – 4 days office (city centre)

Inside IR35 – day rate negotiable

We’re partnering with a growing UK financial services organisation to appoint an experienced Interim Head of Operational Risk. This is an excellent opportunity to lead the operational risk framework within a regulated business, working closely with the Chief Risk Officer and senior stakeholders.

The Opportunity

You’ll play a pivotal role in embedding and overseeing the Operational Risk Management Framework across the business, providing independent challenge, strengthening governance, and helping to drive a strong risk culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Operational Risk Management Framework.
• Manage core operational risk processes including RCSAs, risk events, control testing and governance.
• Provide second-line oversight and challenge across key business activities.
• Support Board and Executive Risk Committees with insightful reporting and analysis.
• Enhance operational resilience and non-financial risk management.
• Lead thematic reviews and monitor remediation activities.
• Promote a positive risk culture through training, coaching and stakeholder engagement.
• Monitor regulatory developments and emerging operational risks.

About You

You’ll bring:

• Significant operational risk experience within a regulated financial services environment (banking experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Operational Risk frameworks, RCSAs, control testing and risk event management.
• Experience presenting to senior leadership and Board committees.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• A pragmatic, commercial approach with the ability to challenge constructively.

What’s on Offer

• High-profile leadership role with significant visibility.
• Opportunity to shape and enhance an evolving risk function.
• Hybrid working in Manchester.
• Competitive day rate or fixed-term salary package.

If you’re an experienced Operational Risk leader looking for your next interim challenge, we’d love to hear from you.