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Operational Risk Manager - Operational Resilience, Data & Technology Risk
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £75,000 - £85,000
We're looking for an experienced Operational Risk Manager to support the oversight and management of operational risk, with a particular focus on technology, cyber security, data governance, and operational resilience.
Key Responsibilities


Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide risk oversight, challenge, and advice.


Support the management of technology, cyber, data, and transformation risks.


Contribute to the development and maintenance of operational risk frameworks, policies, and controls.


Assist with risk assessments, assurance activities, and governance reporting.


Produce high-quality risk reporting and insights for senior leadership.


Ensure risk considerations are embedded in business decision-making.


Monitor emerging risks, industry developments, and best practices.


Requirements


3+ years' experience in Operational Risk, ideally covering technology, cyber security, data governance, or transformation risk.


Strong understanding of operational resilience and risk management frameworks.


Experience producing risk reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders.


Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.


Ability to translate technical concepts into clear business language.


Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach.


Desirable


Financial Services experience.


Knowledge of UK data protection and governance requirements.


Experience with GRC platforms.


Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, or similar.


Degree or relevant professional qualification.


This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing risk function and play a key role in strengthening operational resilience, technology risk, and data governance across the business.