Risk Analyst

Risk Management Associate An excellent opportunity to join a growing, well-established financial institution. The Company Our client is a reputable, international financial services organisation with a strong presence in the UK market. They are committed to maintaining robust governance and risk management practices and are now seeking a motivated Risk Management Associate to support the development, monitoring and continuous improvement of their enterprise-wide risk framework.

The Role As a Risk Management Associate , you will play a key role in supporting the Head of Risk Management across all aspects of the bank’s financial and non-financial risk oversight. This is a broad and varied role - ideal for someone with strong analytical skills and a genuine interest in risk management within banking.

Key Responsibilities Prepare regular and ad-hoc risk management reports for senior management and the Board, including VaR reports, risk dashboards and limit utilisation updates. Monitor key risk metrics against established risk appetite levels, including scenario simulations to support business decision-making. Review risk assessments and contribute to the annual Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) cycle. Provide secretariat support to the Audit & Risk Committee, including preparing packs and drafting minutes.

Support the development and updating of internal risk policies, processes and guidelines. Assist in delivering risk-related training sessions, communications and internal awareness initiatives. Collaborate with group-level risk teams and assist in risk management projects and programmes. Stay up to date with regulatory developments and evolving best practice in risk management. About You We are looking for someone who is proactive, analytical and keen to develop within a risk-focused role.

Essential Skills & Experience Degree in Finance, Economics, Business or a related discipline. Solid understanding of banking operations, products and services. Knowledge of risk management processes (market, operational and/or credit risk). Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills. Confident working with stakeholders across multiple teams. Desirable Previous experience in risk, governance or compliance within financial services.

What’s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work closely with senior leaders in a highly visible role. Clear progression and development pathways within a reputable organisation. Dynamic, collaborative working culture.