Nubank
Financial Services
OperationalRiskSpecialist
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“Operational Risk Specialist at Nubank. Skills: Operational Risk, Risk Management, Financial Services, Brazilian Regulations. Identify, evaluate, and document operational risks. Assess potential operational risks for new products”
What You'll Achieve.
Mitigate potential losses; Prevent recurrence of incidents; Ensure timely resolution of issues
Industry & Context.
Analytical and problem-solving skills; Translate complex technical information
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Administration, Accounting, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field, Relevant experience in Operational Risk Management, Internal/ External Audit, or similar areas, Knowledge and experience in the financial services or banking industry, Experience in risk reporting and communication, In-depth understanding of operational risk frameworks (e. g. , COSO), Knowledge of requirements of Brazilian regulations applied to financial and payments institutions (BACEN), Analytical and problem-solving skills, Clear, concise, and objective communication skills, Adaptability to a dynamic way of working and short-term deliverables, Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal, Proven skills in stakeholder management and influencing skills, Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate a sense of prioritization
Nice to Have
Artificial Intelligence enthusiasm, Coding skills (SQL, Python, Scala, or other similar programming languages) are a plus
What You'll Do.
and document operational risks
Assess potential operational risks for new products
Conduct thorough reviews of operational incidents
Lead root cause analysis of incidents
Assess suppliers in terms of BCM governance
Support BCM processes
and track operational risk issues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with various business units; Collaborate with product development teams; Support the First Line of Defense
Communication Scope
Risk reporting and communication; Presenting findings and recommendations; Clear, concise, and objective communication skills; Advanced English communication skills
Full Job Description
About Us Nu is one of the largest digital financial platforms in the world, with more than 127 million customers across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia. Guided by our mission to fight complexity and empower people, we are redefining financial services in Latin America and this is still just the beginning of the purple future we're building. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: NU), we combine proprietary technology, data intelligence, and an efficient operating model to deliver financial products that are simple, accessible, and human. Our impact has been recognized by global rankings such as Time 100 Companies, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, and Forbes World’s Best Bank. Visit our institutional page Careers at Nu - Join our team! About the Role The Operational Risk Team is part of the 2nd line of Defense and is responsible for managing and overseeing the operational risk function of our organization by providing independent oversight and challenge to the first line of defense. As a second line of defense, the Operational Risk team helps the business identify threats and operational risks to mitigate potential losses and customer dissatisfaction, ensuring a robust and resilient operating environment. Our proactive approach ensures efficient operations, and regulatory compliance, and enhances customer trust, maintaining our competitive edge and long-term success. Responsibilities Risk and Control Self-Assessment: Collaborate closely with various business units and Business Control Officers to identify, evaluate, and document operational risks and controls, based on the Nubank’s Methodology. Evaluation of New Products and Features: Assess potential operational risks associated with the launch of new products, services, or features. Collaborate with product development teams to ensure that risk mitigation strategies are integrated into the design and implementation phases. Incident Oversight: Conduct thorough reviews of operational incidents to identify
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