Senior Risk Manager - Data Risk

Senior Risk Manager – Data Risk

Location: London / Chatham / Wolverhampton

Our longstanding client that operates within the financial services domain is hiring a Senior Risk Manager to lead our Data Rick function and provide second-line oversight across the Group. Reporting to the Group Head of Data, IT & Cyber Risk, you’ll play a key role in embedding a robust data risk framework, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (incl. GDPR), and advising on risk posture across key business areas.

Our client is offering £80,000 + 15% bonus + 28 days holiday + 13% pension + Hybrid working to be based in Chatham, Kent. 

What You’ll Do

Provide second-line challenge and assurance over data risk managed by first-line teams.
Lead the development and implementation of data risk frameworks aligned with Group risk appetite.
Conduct and support RCSAs, scenario analysis, and data risk reporting.
Ensure oversight of data governance processes, data quality risks, and regulatory reporting (incl. GDPR compliance).
Manage and develop a small team of data risk professionals.
Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing risk insights on projects and strategic initiatives.What You’ll Bring

Proven experience in a senior data risk, operational risk, or data governance role is a must have.
Strong knowledge of data risk frameworks, data lifecycle, and relevant regulations is a must have.
Background in financial services, ideally with exposure to regulatory risk expectations is a must have.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills must have.
Relevant degree and/or industry certifications (e.g. CDMP, IRM, DAMA) desirable.Two stage interview process to start ASAP