Head of Risk Management

Location: [City, UK]
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Department: Risk Management
Reports to: Chief Risk Officer / ACEO

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Head of Risk Management to lead and develop our risk function, ensuring it operates as an independent second line of defense. This senior role will oversee risk governance, frameworks, and reporting, ensuring the firm maintains robust risk oversight across all business lines and markets.

You will manage a team of four and provide strategic guidance on credit, market, liquidity, operational, and concentration risk, while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong governance practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Risk Management team, allocating resources effectively and mentoring staff
• Develop, maintain, and enhance risk management policies, frameworks, and procedures
• Identify, measure, monitor, and control all types of risk across the firm
• Provide independent challenge and advice to senior management and the board on risk appetite, tolerance, and strategy
• Oversee risk reporting to the board and internal committees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Provide risk input on new business projects, products, and strategic initiatives
• Chair the Risk Management Committee and supervise sub-committees, including Credit and Electronic Trading Committees
• Ensure internal control procedures are executed effectively and provide recommendations for improvement
• Maintain and validate margin models, liquidity risk models, and stress testing processes
• Respond to major risk events with prompt analysis and remediation plans
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and market trends, ensuring compliance across all jurisdictions

Candidate Requirements

• Extensive experience in risk management, including oversight of credit, market, liquidity, and operational risk
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and governance frameworks
• Deep knowledge of risk methodologies, frameworks, and best practices
• Experience in regulated environments, ideally within commodities, energy, or financial markets
• Strong financial analytical skills and proficiency in relevant IT systems
• Familiarity with risk reporting, regulatory requirements, and internal control processes
• Professional qualifications such as CFA or FRM preferred but not required

What We Offer

• Senior leadership role with autonomy to shape and lead the risk function
• Opportunity to influence business strategy and risk culture at a high level
• Competitive remuneration package with benefits
• Dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced work environment
• Career growth opportunities within a growing financial services firm