Standard Bank Group

Banking

Head,Non-FinancialRisk

£150–225k ~AI est. Saint-Helier, Jersey, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Head, Non-Financial Risk at Standard Bank Group. Skills: Non-Financial Risk, Risk management strategy. Provide pro-active management. Provide operational support”

Industry & Context.

Banking
Problems you'll solve

Risk Identification; Risk Measurement; Risk Reporting; Risk Response Strategy; Risk Management Frameworks; Risk/ Reward Thinking; Analysing Insurable Risk; Economic Capital Management; Evaluating Risk Management Effectiveness

Eligibility Requirements

Not open to Relocation, Not open to Sponsorship

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

First Degree in Business Commerce, First Degree in Risk Management, 3–4 years’ experience in Risk, 3–4 years’ experience in Corporate Affairs, Working knowledge of Information Risk, Familiarity with UK GDPR, Familiarity with Data Protection Act 2018, Familiarity with ISO 27001, Familiarity with ISF Standard of Good Practice, Practical experience of risk and control frameworks, Practical experience of assurance, Good understanding of risk appetite, Good understanding of risk response, Good understanding of process improvement, Broad understanding of non-financial risk, Broad understanding of financial reporting risk

Nice to Have

Risk and/or Corporate Affairs within financial services

What You'll Do.

Provide pro-active management

Provide operational support

Embed risk management processes

Support fraud risk management

Collaborate on information risk threats

Collaborate on controls

Strengthen risk management capability

Mitigate financial impacts

Mitigate reputational impacts

Mitigate regulatory impacts

Build effective relationships

Maintain effective relationships

Oversee risk and control cycle

Challenge risk and control cycle

Ensure risk reporting

Ensure risk escalation

Ensure risk actions are data-driven

Support delivery through collaboration

Support delivery through continuous improvement

Complete RCSA activities

Analyse business impact

Support risk acceptance processes

Prepare recommendations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with relevant teams; Partner with the business; Build relationships with stakeholders; Maintain relationships with stakeholders; Collaborate with internal stakeholders; Collaborate with external stakeholders; Collaborate with senior management; Collaborate with audit functions; Collaborate with regulators

Communication Scope

Articulating Information; Challenging Ideas; Convincing People; Directing People

Full Job Description

Standard Bank Offshore is the offshore arm of the Standard Bank Group, a leading Africa focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage. Our international Banking, Lending, Investment, Fiduciary and Wealth Management services offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa and SBO is perfectly positioned to support the growth of our organisation from our office in the Isle of Man, Jersey, London, MAUs and South Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you. NOTE: This role is not open to Relocation or Sponsorship. Jersey residents are eligible to apply. To provide pro-active management and operational support enabling the implementation of the Non-Financial Risk (NFR) management strategy across the Business and Commercial Banking (BCB), Personal and Private Banking (PPB), and Asset Management (AM). The role is responsible for embedding risk management processes to identify and mitigate NFRs. ## Qualifications Minimum Qualification: * First Degree in Business Commerce * First Degree in Risk Management Experience Required : * 3–4 years’ experience in Risk and/or Corporate Affairs within financial services. * Working knowledge of Information Risk, including familiarity with UK frameworks and regulations such as UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and industry standards (e.g. ISO 27001, ISF Standard of Good Practice). * Practical experience of risk and control frameworks, assurance, and their application in the financial services industry. Good understanding of risk appetite, risk response, and process improvement. * Broad understanding of both non-financial risk and fina

Free ATS check

Applying for this Head, Non-Financial Risk role?

Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.

How to Apply on SmartRecruiters

  • SmartRecruiters often includes a video screening step — check camera and mic permissions.
  • Link your GitHub or portfolio directly in the profile section for technical roles.
  • Applications may be reviewed by AI scoring before reaching a recruiter — use keywords from the job description.

ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED

What do employees actually say about Standard Bank Group?

Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.

Read Company Rants →