Cyber & Operational Risk - VP

Information & Operational Risk Officer - European Clearing Bank (VP Level)

London - Hybrid working - Exclusive opportunity

A leading pan European clearing bank has partnered exclusively with us to appoint an Information & Operational Risk Officer. The position sits in the 2nd Line (VP level) within an established non financial risk management team, focusing on both the UK and wider European business.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing independent oversight and assurance on information security, cyber, data management, operational risk, fraud, and business continuity
• Reviewing and challenging 1st Line risk assessments, incident management, and the implementation of control frameworks in line with internal and regulatory requirements (e.g. DORA, EMIR, MiFID II)
• Leading risk self assessments, deep dives, and independent reviews on major change, technology initiatives, and new products
• Collaborating with senior stakeholders across IT, Compliance, Operations and business management, including regular reporting to management committees and engagement with regional regulators (FCA, ECB, Dutch central bank)
• Helping to shape risk appetite and resilience metrics across UK and continental European activities, and delivering material for both local and group level governance

Requirements

• Experience (typically 5-10 years) in operational risk, information or IT risk, or non financial risk management within wholesale/clearing, investment banking, or market infrastructure
• Demonstrable expertise in frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, DORA and strong awareness of evolving UK/EU regulatory expectations
• Ability to deliver independent risk opinions, challenge constructively, and produce clear, insightful risk reporting for senior audiences
• Strong stakeholder management skills with proven track record influencing across varied functions and geographies
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CISA, CISSP, CRISC, or similar) are highly regarded

Why Apply?

• Engage at the centre of risk governance for a major European clearing franchise
• Hybrid working, London office presence 2-3 days/week

About the job

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Mid Management
• Location: City of London
• Salary: £105,000 - £115,000 per annum

Job Reference: PDJCUZ-F0702FF6

Date posted: 2 March 2026