Operational Risk Specialist

• 02 octobre 2026
• 100%
• Durée indéterminée
• Genève

Company Description ##

Client :

As a distinguished banking and financial services institution, our Client provides personalized investment advisory and asset management solutions for private and institutional clients. Their long-standing success is based on the dedication and expertise of their team members, and they offer a human-sized, dynamic, innovative workplace with like-minded professionals, as well as a collaborative team spirit. With a heritage of over 150 years and a presence in several global locations, they offer the chance to contribute to a prosperous and forward-looking organization. A bank with which Finders works regularly as a trusted partner, thus being able to explain the culture to any potential candidate.

Job Description ##

Position :

Perhaps you are currently working in a Big 4 in risk management and audit and are looking to move into an internal operational risk role in the banking sector? Or you already have several years of experience in operational risk, internal audit or control and are looking for a new challenge in a well-established banking environment?

This is an interesting opportunity in the second line of defense within a dynamic and close-knit team, where you will contribute to the maintenance and development of the Bank's operational risk framework, ensuring its alignment with Swiss banking regulations and FINMA requirements. You will work closely with stakeholders from the three lines of defense, helping to identify, assess and mitigate operational risks and to strengthen the Bank's internal control environment.

Essentially, your role will consist of reviewing and challenging the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), performing control tests, contributing to relevant risk reviews and supporting the continuous development of the operational risk framework.

Responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Maintain and contribute to the development of the operational risk framework
• Review and challenge the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA)
• Collaborate with stakeholders from the three lines of defense
• Perform control tests and ensure follow-up on findings
• Contribute to relevant operational risk reviews and assessments
• Support the Bank in complying with its regulatory and operational risk requirements

Why apply?

Join a well-established and globally connected institution where you can develop your operational risk expertise and play a significant role in supporting a robust risk and control environment. Ready to make a difference? Apply now.

Profile sought ##

Profile :

• University degree in Finance, Economics or a related discipline
• Approximately 5 years of practical experience in Operational Risk, Internal Audit or Control function
• Experience in operational risk management and implementation of relevant regulatory requirements
• Good understanding of Swiss banking regulation and relevant FINMA requirements
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to assess issues, set priorities and work independently
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills; knowledge of Avaloq is an advantage
• Comfortable working with a range of stakeholders across the organization
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Dynamic, pragmatic person, ready to roll up their sleeves, used to working in a medium-sized busy environment
• Proficiency in English and very good knowledge of French; German is an advantage
• Available to work full-time (no teleworking)
• Eligible for or already in possession of a Swiss passport or a Swiss work permit and happy to be based in the Geneva region.

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