Risk Governance & Oversight Officer

iFAST Global Bank Limited

. Support the Head of Compliance in overseeing the Bank’s risk governance arrangements and compliance with regulatory and prudential requirements.

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in banking risk management and compliance, with a strong focus on regulatory requirements, risk governance, and compliance monitoring. Capable of producing detailed reports and recommendations while maintaining effective communication and collaboration across teams.

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Banking Risk ManagementCompliance MonitoringPRA Prudential RequirementsRisk Appetite AssessmentsRegulatory Reporting Oversight

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Hard Skills

Risk GovernanceCompliance Monitoring PlansRCSAsControl AssessmentsRisk ReportingRegulatory ObligationsManagement Information EvaluationGovernance ImprovementsSample TestingEvidence Review

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailStrong Written CommunicationSound JudgementRelationship BuildingConstructive Challenge

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Qualification In RiskComplianceAudit

Industry Keywords

UK Banking RegulationThree Lines Of DefenceOperational ResilienceCapital GovernanceLiquidity Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Head of Compliance in overseeing the Bank’s risk governance arrangements and compliance with regulatory and prudential requirements.
Review application of the Risk Management Framework and Risk Appetite Framework, including assessments, reporting, ownership and escalation.
Check that risk appetite breaches, emerging risks and material exceptions are identified, reported and followed up.
Conduct thorough and accurate Compliance Monitoring Plan testing and make recommendations for improvement.
Review risk-based samples of RCSAs, control assessments, risk reporting and other work completed by the Risk function.
Use existing Risk reports and supporting records, seeking additional information only where needed to address gaps or concerns.
Record findings clearly, discuss factual matters with colleagues and escalate significant or unresolved issues through the Head of Compliance.
Monitor governance and controls supporting compliance with PRA requirements, including capital, liquidity, stress testing, ICAAP, ILAAP, recovery planning and regulatory reporting.
Deliver assigned CMP reviews, including planning, scoping, sample testing, evidence review, documenting findings, agreeing actions and following up.
Produce monitoring reports and management information highlighting material issues, recurring weaknesses, overdue actions and matters requiring attention.
Track remediation from risk governance and prudential compliance reviews, checking ownership, timescales and closure evidence.
Identify recurring weaknesses and recommend practical governance improvements.
Work with Risk, Finance, Treasury and other teams to promote sound risk governance, accountability and constructive challenge.
Work with the Chief Risk Officer on allocated risk matters; report findings and unresolved issues to the Head of Compliance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in banking risk management, risk governance, prudential compliance, compliance monitoring or a related control function.
Good understanding of UK banking regulation, Compliance Monitoring Plans, risk appetite assessments, RCSAs, internal governance and the three lines of defence.
Ability to evaluate management information, regulatory obligations, assessments and control evidence, and draw clear, well-supported conclusions.
Sound judgement, attention to detail, strong written communication and confidence to raise and pursue issues constructively.
Ability to manage a programme of reviews, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
Knowledge of PRA prudential requirements, capital and liquidity governance, operational resilience or regulatory reporting oversight.
Relevant qualification in risk, compliance, or audit in the banking sector is desirable.
Act with integrity and independence of judgement, maintain confidentiality, keep clear records of review work and findings, and raise concerns promptly.
Build effective working relationships while remaining willing to challenge where the evidence does not support the conclusion reached.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities for professional growth within a dual regulated UK Bank, continuous learning and career progression within a growing international banking group, with exposure to colleagues and operations across different markets.
Play an important role in strengthening the Bank's risk governance, oversight and control environment.
Gain valuable experience working with senior stakeholders and contributing to key governance committees and strategic initiatives.
Work alongside experienced professionals across Risk, Compliance, Operations and other business functions in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Develop knowledge across a range of banking products, regulatory requirements and risk management disciplines.
Build your technical expertise and practical experience in risk management, regulatory governance and the three lines of defence.
Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the Bank's risk management framework, governance arrangements and compliance and risk culture.
Competitive salary depending on experience
25 days annual leave entitlement plus 8 bank holidays
Pension scheme, 4% employer contribution
Private Medical Insurance
60-40 Hybrid working after successful probation period
Training and development
Free gym access in the building