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Director - Technology Risk - 2nd Line Operational Risk

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Barclays

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United Kingdom , London

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Job Description:

In Risk Barclays develops, recommends, and implements controls and cost-effective approaches to minimise Barclay's risks, identifies and analyses potential sources of loss to minimise risk and estimate the potential financial consequences of an occurring loss.

Job Responsibility:

  • To provide independent review and challenge of the Operational Risk elements of particular risk categories across the bank. Ensuring they are carried out in accordance with Barclays Operational Risk Framework, Policies, and Standards
  • Risk identification and proactive risk management, identifying interconnected, horizon and emerging risks to assist the business in understanding, managing and mitigating the right risks in line with their business strategy and objectives
  • Analysis of operational risk data to identify trends, patterns, and emerging risks
  • Risk-based analysis of business processes, systems, and controls to assess the likelihood and impact of identified risks
  • Ongoing research and monitoring of internal and external sources to identify potential Operational Risks
  • Oversight, review and challenge of 1st Line activities including - Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSAs), Risk Events, Issues and attendance at key Risk and Control meetings (with associated reporting) ensuring they accurately reflect the business risk position
  • Stakeholder management, engaging and working effectively with First and Second Line management
  • Risk based 2nd Line input into 1st Line Projects, Initiatives and Strategic decision making

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • Strong experience in Technology, inclusive of application delivery and / or supporting Front Office / Middle Office / Infrastructure / Technology Service Management departments
  • Proven experience in Technology Risk, Controls, Audit or equivalent
  • Strong experience of building and maintaining effective relationships at MD senior level
  • Demonstrable track record of leadership skills, including strategy setting & execution, influencing, leading multiple activities, and providing clear direction to team members, colleagues and stakeholders
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Nice to have:

  • Experience of working within Operational Risk, Controls or Audit environment within the financial sector
  • In-depth understanding of the Technology, Information & Cyber Security or Resilience risks
  • Strong analytical and project management skills
  • Ability to plan and present risk and control improvements to meet regulatory demands
  • Candidate must be highly motivated and able to coordinate or influence multiple activities across various disciplines within a financial institution. A proactive and hands-on approach is essential to demonstrate the value that this role and function can add to the Barclays group
What we offer:
  • Supporting active commuters
  • Time to connect
  • Wellbeing in focus
  • Advanced trading floors

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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