Operational Risk Specialist

Role Overview

• The Operational Risk Specialist supports the organization’s Operational Risk & Resilience agenda, including Business Continuity Management, Health and Safety, and Physical Security.
• The role plans, coordinates, and executes risk and resilience activities, ensuring robust policies, standards, procedures, and ongoing threat monitoring are in place.
• The specialist evaluates emerging risks, supports Duty of Care initiatives, contributes to facility oversight, and provides expert analysis to strengthen organizational resilience.
• This role requires strong professional judgement, the application of theoretical and technical expertise, and the ability to influence stakeholders across the business.
• The specialist may lead small projects or cross‑functional initiatives and acts as a trusted advisor to management on complex or sensitive issues.

Requirements

• Strong experience in Business Continuity, Health and Safety, Physical Security, and/or broader Operational Risk disciplines.
• Ability to apply advanced analytical thinking to solve complex problems and recommend innovative solutions.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal guidance, seeking direction only on the most complex or unusual matters.
• Ability to lead functional or cross‑functional projects with moderate scope, resource needs, or risk implications.
• Influencing stakeholders internally and externally to align on risk mitigation strategies and program requirements.
• Provides subject-matter expertise to leadership on a broad range of operational risk and resilience matters.

Benefits

• Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities.
• Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.
• Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.
• Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
• Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
• Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.