First Line Risk & Control Manager

Description Who We Are Moneycorp powers global payments for corporates, institutions and high net‑worth individuals, combining worldwide reach with local expertise. With over 45 years of market experience, two banking licences and offices in 11 countries, our technology delivers 24/7 accessibility, while our people deliver award‑winning service. In 2024, we supported $1tn+ of payment volume, reaching 190 countries in 130 currencies. Our 32k+ corporate clients benefit from our regulatory resilience with 63+ permissions globally, access to major payment rails, and our proprietary technology. Role Purpose We are looking for a First Line Risk and Control Manager to join the US Bank as part of the Global FLRC team, ensuring the effectiveness, sustainability, and strategic alignment of non‑financial risk and control framework and processes across the organization. This role will involve developing, implementing, and optimizing the control environment to enhance accountability, transparency, and efficiency in managing non‑financial risks in the 1st Line of Defence. The First Line Risk and Control Manager will be responsible for assisting in the development, oversight and management of the risk and control environment within the first line of defence. This role involves assisting with identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks; identifying and assessing controls; remediating internal and external identified issues and findings and ensuring the first line complies with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Risk Identification and Assessment: Assist in the identification and assessment of risks within the US Bank, ensuring that all potential risks are documented and evaluated, and assisting in implementation of the new RCSA framework. Control Implementation: Assist in the design / identification, implementation, and maintenance of effective controls to mitigate identified risks. Assist in the identification of control gaps or where control enhancements may be required. Ensure that controls are embedded within business processes, documented and evaluated regularly. Monitoring and Reporting: Assist in the design of control monitoring and report on the effectiveness of controls and on risk and control metrics to senior management. Provide regular updates on the risk landscape and control environment. First Line Accountability: Promote greater first line ownership of risk management activities alongside championing a strong risk culture. Incident Management: In conjunction with the impacted team(s), ensure Root Cause Analysis is conducted, and appropriate remediation activities are identified and implemented. Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Work closely with compliance and audit teams to address any issues or findings. Audit: Provide support to auditees in designing and developing appropriate tactical and strategic Management Action Plans to remediate risks identified in a timely manner, with the appropriate level of governance and oversight. Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs and guidelines to enhance risk awareness and control understanding among front‑line colleagues. Collaboration: Collaborate with second and third lines of defence, to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process and control improvements and implement changes to enhance the risk and control framework. What We’re Looking For: Minimum of 7 years of experience in risk management, internal audit, or a related field. Strong understanding of risk and control frameworks, including the three lines of defence model. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Proficiency in data analysis tools and technologies, including experience with process automation. Happy collating data and writing supporting commentary for an executive audience. A consultative style with the ability to work collaboratively across all business units and establish credibility quickly. A self‑starter, able to work independently and make prioritisation decisions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Education / Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field. What We Can Offer You This position is full‑time permanent, operating on a hybrid working model from our office in Stamford. This role offers a salary range between $140,000-$165,000 per annum + bonus scheme and a comprehensive benefits package. Medical, Dental, Vision. 401(k): 4% matched. Fostering a Culture of Belonging and Inclusivity We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and included. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we actively cultivate an inclusive culture where diversity thrives, and we empower our colleagues to drive meaningful change within our organization through Employee Engagement initiatives and value champion networks. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr