Job Description

Astrum Search is working with a rapidly expanding FinTech to recruit a Risk & Controls Analyst. This is a newly created role as part of a growing in-house team based in London. 

In this broad and dynamic role, you'll be responsible for:

• Supporting the Group-wide Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process.
• Assisting with the implementation and enhancement of the enterprise risk framework.
• Evaluating internal controls, identifying gaps, and working with stakeholders to address them.
• Providing risk insights on new and emerging risks.
• Supporting incident investigations and reviewing first-line risk event responses.
• Drafting regular risk reporting for senior stakeholders and committees.
• Helping develop and refine risk metrics and dashboards.
• Contributing to policy reviews and providing challenge on risk/control matters.

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in internal or external audit, evaluating the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls, enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance or governance.
• Strong risk and controls awareness including an understanding of risk assessment methodologies, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, SOX, ISO 31000).
• A professional qualification (ACA/ACCA preferred).
• Excellent written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify and communicate control deficiencies and understand the root cause and significance of such deficiencies.
• Ability to adapt to new challenges and thrive outside of your comfort zone.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the financial markets, infrastructure, products and regulations, - would be beneficial.

You'll be joining a people-centric, high-growth business with international reach, strong career development support, and a culture that values initiative and continuous improvement.