Operational Risk Database Manager

Operational Risk Database Manager - Milton Keynes

We are currently looking to hire a Manager - Operational Risk Control, Governance & Assurance.

Santander UK is about to start a project to procure a systems application which will assist management in the day to day collection, management, analysis, aggregation and reporting of Operational Risk Data. This system may be developed in-house or may be an "off the shelf" solution.

The main role purpose of the Manager, Operational Risk Control, will be to ensure the successful landing of the Operational Risk System into frontline business units so that end-users can use the system in an effective and intuitive way. This will include contribution to the overall Project Plan, co-ordination and participation in Systems design workshops, negotiation and delivery of system administration and support arrangements, training and development, co-ordination of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and provision of Operating Procedures. A most significant part of the role will be to take active participation in the implementation of a robust and validated solution for the collection of Incidents and Operational Loss data. This will include analysis of existing data and identification of requirements for "cleansing" prior to loading into the new system, working closely with subject matter experts in the field of Operational Losses modelling.

The incumbent will need to work in close liaison with business level Operational Risk functions, Operational Risk Control, Risk Technology & Operations (Risk T & O), IT (Produban) and the chosen Systems Vendor (internal or external) in the delivery of a high quality systems solution.

As a Manager - Operational Risk Control, Governance & Assurance your main responsibilities will include:

* Support and help to ensure the successful delivery of the Operational Risk System into SANUK including its availability across all business areas
* Co-ordinate Vendor demonstrations and workshops and ensure sufficient data is recorded to provide the ORC with the capability to select and evidence the approach to a preferred supplier(s). Bring Vendor Demonstrations to a successful conclusion and ensure that ORC identifies the favoured system(s) to progress to full Tender/Contract Negotiation.
* Act as the co-ordination point between Management Consultants from the chosen Vendor(s), Solution Architects and Consulting Engineers, and the front-line Business Areas and ORC to ensure that the system (operational processes and workflow) delivers to business requirements. This will include organisation of, co-ordination and follow-up of Design Workshops in which the Business Operational Requirements are converted into Systems Designs.
* Review systems processes and workflows and write appropriate business facing Operating Procedures. Document appropriate training and initiate and implement Training programmes so that all end-users are fully supported throughout implementation.
* Co-ordinate all User Acceptance Testing, working in conjunction with the Systems Analyst to ensure appropriate Test Scripts are followed. Negotiate and ensure that appropriate Systems Administration and Systems Support functions are set up and available to users from live implementation.
* Ensure Sourcing and Procurement are engaged in an appropriate and timely manner so that all policy requirements are met and contract negotiations are brought to successful conclusion.
* Analysis and validation of historical data and cleansing thereof before load into the new system.
* Knowledge and experience of BASEL requirements relating to the capture and recording of Incidents and Operational Losses and reconciliation and validation routines relating thereto.

As a Manager - Operational Risk Control, Governance & Assurance your key skills and experience will include:

* Operational Risk Management background and experience.
* Experience in running Projects.
* Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, organisational and problem solving skills. Detail orientated with strong ability to validate work and comfortable dealing directly with internal clients of all levels/
* Experience of co-ordination and facilitation of detailed Planning/Design workshops

The Reward

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits

For your commitment and success, we offer one of the most competitive basic salaries with a distinct career development opportunity. Other Santander benefits include:

* Discretionary annual bonus

* Private Medical Insurance

* Pension

* 30 days Holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy and sell 5

* Product discounts

* Retail and High Street discounts

* Sharesave Scheme

* Flex benefits including childcare vouchers

Location: Milton Keynes

Contact

If you're interested in this role, please apply on the link below and our recruitment team will be in contact shortly.

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Santander

The Santander Group has more than 150 years' experience in banking and more branches worldwide than any other international bank. At Santander we are committed to serving our customers and helping make the most of their money. In the UK we have over 25 million customers, 1.6 million shareholders, more than 1,300 branches and 4,100 cash machines.