Technology Risk & Controls Manager

Role Overview:

Allica Bank, the UK's fastest-growing financial technology (Fintech) firm, is seeking a Risk Business Partner for Technology to be a part of the Controls function, reporting to the Head of Controls. In this role, you will work closely with the Technology business area to embed the Risk Management Framework and ensure effective management of vendors in line with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Technology business area to embed the Risk Management Framework, policies, and procedures.
• Provide expert input into the design and operation of the technology control framework, including data management, and ensure controls are documented and embedded.
• Support the Vendor Management Team in developing and embedding controls to manage vendors effectively.
• Test existing and new key controls according to the agreed schedule, informing the non-financial risk profile and required management actions.
• Assist in the operational resilience program, focusing on technology resilience, and contribute to scenario planning and testing.
• Coordinate and facilitate the bank's Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and administer the annual RCSA refresh.
• Support the capital calculation for Operational Risk as part of the ICAAP, including scenario analysis.
• Update risk information on the bank's Risk systems, raise and manage risk events and issues appropriately.
• Provide input into First Line Risk Reporting at relevant committees and conduct deep dive reviews into areas of thematic risk.

Qualifications Required:

• Strong Risk knowledge and experience including RCSAs, Controls, and Risk Libraries.
• Expertise in technology control frameworks and vendor management standards.
• Knowledge of ISO27001 and SOC2 type controls would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with relevant non-financial risk regulatory requirements such as Operational Resilience and Outsourcing.
• Hands-on experience in assurance/monitoring of risks and controls across non-financial risk disciplines.
• Strong written and presentation skills with the ability to communicate across different levels of seniority.
• Ability to provide necessary challenge in a constructive manner.
• Strong team player focused on ongoing development to support the team's objectives.

Additional Company Details:

At Allica Bank, employees are valued, and their success is paramount. The company offers benefits tailored to support employees in their roles and in serving customers effectively. Benefits include full onboarding support, flexible working options, regular social activities, pension contributions, discretionary bonus scheme, private health cover, life assurance, family-friendly policies including enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave. Allica Bank encourages diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, embracing individuals with various experiences, backgrounds, and lifestyles. The company is fully committed to flexible and hybrid working arrangements to accommodate diverse employee needs and preferences. If you believe you have what it takes to excel in the role at Allica Bank, even if you don't meet all the listed requirements, the company would like to hear from you. Role Overview:

Allica Bank, the UK's fastest-growing financial technology (Fintech) firm, is seeking a Risk Business Partner for Technology to be a part of the Controls function, reporting to the Head of Controls. In this role, you will work closely with the Technology business area to embed the Risk Management Framework and ensure effective management of vendors in line with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Technology business area to embed the Risk Management Framework, policies, and procedures.
• Provide expert input into the design and operation of the technology control framework, including data management, and ensure controls are documented and embedded.
• Support the Vendor Management Team in developing and embedding controls to manage vendors effectively.
• Test existing and new key controls according to the agreed schedule, informing the non-financial risk profile and required management actions.
• Assist in the operational resilience program, focusing on technology resilience, and contribute to scenario planning and testing.
• Coordinate and facilitate the bank's Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and administer the annual RCSA refresh.
• Support the capital calculation for Operational Risk as part of the ICAAP, including scenario analysis.
• Update risk information on the bank's Risk systems, raise and manage risk events and issues appropriately.
• Provide input into First Line Risk Reporting at relevant committees and conduct deep dive reviews into areas of thematic risk.

Qualifications Required:

• Strong Risk knowledge and experience including RCSAs, Controls, and Risk Libraries.
• Expertise in technology control frameworks and vendor management standards.
• Knowledge of ISO27001 and SOC2 type controls would be