Business Risk & Controls Analyst

About Allica Allica is the UK’s fastest growing company - and the fastest-growing financial technology (fintech) firm ever. Our purpose is to help established SMEs, one of the last major underserved opportunities in fintech. Established SMEs are the backbone of local communities - representing over a third of our economy - yet have been largely neglected both by traditional high street banks and modern fintech providersDepartment Description This role sits within the Controls function, reporting to Business Risk & Control Manager. You will be an integral part of an action orientated, fast moving team, responsible for successfully delivering First Line of Defence capability within the bank. Role DescriptionSupports the risk manager regarding all aspects of Operation risk & control management program, including conduct and non-conduct related risk. Responsibilities include facilitating the identification of risks throughout the Bank, developing, reporting and monitoring formats on risk management issues and developing methodologies for the assessment of risks throughout the business.Perform analyses, identify trends, and create reporting for internal and external use, including for the Banks’ Risk Management CommitteeSupport risk & control projects and initiatives to drive improvements to key processes and controlsPartner with risk and control owners to identify, assess, monitor, measure, and report on various key risk indicatorsIn conjunction with other risk management areas in the lines of businesses, helps develop, implement, monitor, and manage market, credit, liquidity, regulatory/compliance, and operational risk mitigation activitiesConduct risk evaluations of third-party service providers (vendors, outside service providers) and ensure appropriate due diligence is performed to identify, mitigate, and maintain ongoing awareness of risks to the Bank resulting from third party relationshipsSupport business areas with day-to-day risk/compliance questions regarding business processesIdentify parts of the business that require or would benefit from improved business processes/controls, and assist with development and implementation of such process/control enhancementsPartner with business areas to evaluate process or control breakdowns (including root cause analysis)Support the coordination and facilitation of the bank’s Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and administration of the bank’s annual RCSA refresh.Principal AccountabilitiesProvide hands-on Risk support across the bank from a First Line Controls perspective.Support with ongoing active management of risk and embedding of the Risk Management Framework.Supporting Business Risk & Control Manager(s)Support the ongoing monitoring and reporting of risk through relevant governance. Delivery of accurate risk and control performance analysis, through use of the Bank strategic risk management solutionsRisk performance data collation for Bank Governance committeesHelp promote a risk-focused culture across the bank, embodying Allica’s valuesPersonal Attributes & ExperienceA good Risk knowledge and experience including RCSAs, Controls and Risk Libraries, risk event reporting, Knowledge of relevant non-financial risk regulatory requirements, e.g. on Operational Resilience, Outsourcing is desirable. Hands on experience of assurance/monitoring of risks and controls across non-financial risk disciplines Willing to be very hands-on and ability to adapt quickly to the workflow in support of the Controls team, with focus on delivering results and meeting deadlines.Strong written and presentation skills, supported by experience of communication across different levels of seniority.Ability to provide necessary challenge in a constructive manner.Strong team player, with focus on ongoing development to support meeting objective of the team.Provide hands-on Risk support across the bank from a First Line Controls perspective.Support with ongoing active management of risk and embedding of the Risk Management Framework.Supporting Business Risk & Control Manager(s)Support the ongoing monitoring and reporting of risk through relevant governance. Help promote a risk-focused culture across the bank, embodying Allica’s valuesDon’t tick every box?Don’t worry if you don’t have all the skills or requirements listed on the job description. If you think you’ll be a good fit, we’d still love to hear from you!Flexible workingWe know the ‘9-to-5’ isn’t right for everyone. That’s why Allica Bank is fully committed to flexible and hybrid working. Please let us know what is best for you and, if we can, we will do our best to accommodate.DiversityWe’re a diverse bunch here at Allica, with all kinds of experiences, backgrounds and lifestyles. Our openness and differences make us stronger, and we want everybody to feel comfortable bringing as much of themselves to work with them as they like.Additional Information At Allica Bank we want to ensure our employees have the right tools and environment in which to succeed in their role and in support of our customers. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, so our benefits are designed with you in mind:Full onboarding support and continued development opportunitiesOptions for flexible workingRegular social activities25 days holiday – with the option to Buy/Sell Pension contributionsDiscretionary bonus schemePrivate health cover (with the option to add family members)Life assuranceIncome ProtectionFamily friendly policies including enhanced Maternity & Paternity leaveSeason ticket loans