Operational Risk Manager (IT and Cyber Security - 6 months FTC)

Position Overview

• Location Type: Flexible (Fully Remote or Hybrid)
• Job Type: 6 months Fixed-Term Contract (FTC)
• Salary: Up to £60,000 FTE (pro-rata) plus benefits
• Job Title: Operational Risk Manager (IT and Cyber Security)
• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week

Tandem is the UK's greener digital bank, seeking an ambitious and dedicated Operational Risk Manager to join their movement for positive change. This role is within the 2LOD Enterprise and Operational Risk team, supporting the Director of Enterprise and Operational Risk in fostering a sound and secure operating environment. The position requires demonstrable experience in IT and cyber risk oversight within a financial services regulated environment, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders.

Company Information

Tandem is a digital bank focused on revolutionizing savings, borrowing, spending, and sharing while prioritizing the planet, people, and customers. As one of Europe's fastest-growing digital banks, Tandem operates with values of being Brave, Enterprising, Simple, and Together (BEST), fostering collaboration among its 500-strong team to drive a brighter, greener future.

The Team

The role is part of the 2LOD Enterprise and Operational Risk team. The successful candidate will support the Director of Enterprise and Operational Risk in creating and maintaining an environment where senior management and the business can operate soundly and securely.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing an independent oversight model for cyber and technology risks across Tandem Bank.
• Collaborating with colleagues across all three lines of defence to support enhanced risk management.
• Providing strategic insight and capability to identify and drive organisational preparedness for emerging threats relating to Technology and Cyber Risks.
• Actively promoting a positive and strong risk culture across the business.
• Providing advice to the business on expected Technology and Cyber controls.
• Developing a strong presence across the bank and supporting operational meetings to promote a strong risk culture.
• Providing 2LOD input to the wider Risk team, including consulting on key initiatives.
• Supporting policy reviews and the creation, development, and rollout of training materials to educate colleagues on technology and cyber risks.
• Identifying, investigating, and resolving issues.

Requirements

Essential:

• Minimum of three years’ experience in Technology and Cyber Security.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, at pace, and prioritize work.
• Insight and capability to identify and drive organisational preparedness for emerging threats within Technology and Cyber.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across all three lines of defence.
• Proven ability to promote a positive and strong risk culture throughout the Business.
• Ability to form effective relationships and provide challenge.
• Adaptable and able to take on a wide range of tasks based on team needs.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, including confidence to interact with and challenge senior stakeholders.
• Ability to appropriately challenge information and get to the heart of a matter.

Desirable:

• Experience in risk management within a Financial Services Organisation.
• Strong understanding of Operational Risk Management Frameworks (end-to-end), including operational risk systems, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Relevant professional qualification.
• Experience working at a digital bank.
• Understanding of Retail Banking products (mortgages, asset finance, savings, finance, and treasury).

Rewards

Tandem offers rewards that reflect your value, with enhanced employee benefits.