Testing Manager, Risk and Control Oversight Office

Job description

Job description

Role purpose

The Risk Control Oversight Office (RCOO) was to establish and operate an Enhanced Enterprise Control Transformation Programme (EECTP), with the goal of evidencing an effective and sustainable control environment for all key risks, considering the inherent risk of the business. Key to this success is effective issue management and risk control management.

The Risk Management Framework (RMF) details the standards by which business and functions should operate to effectively manage risk and controls. The Enhanced Enterprise Control Transformation Programme (EECTP) required standard strengthening to complement the RMF supporting close monitoring of activities with validation of evidentiary documentation to ensure the required standards are maintained.

The RCOO Testing Manager will be required to scope and execute controls testing to support the business in designing and embedding a robust control framework. You will be responsible for assisting the Risk and Control Oversight Office Senior Manager in executing controls testing across business and functions, ensuring adequate and high-quality controls are in place and working effectively.

 

Responsibilities will include:

Support the Risk and Control Oversight Office Senior Manager in the implementation of controls testing program.

Lead reviews evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of controls. 

Escalate any concerns about control effectiveness to line manager and senior management promptly, with minimal impact on business and functions.

Demonstrating advanced communication and stakeholder management skills.

Lead any remediation activities in relation to gaps and control weaknesses affecting the business and functions.

Work independently and cope with pressure and tight deadlines.

RCOO are required to provide control testing across various Non-Financial and Financial Risks within Mexico. These include, to differing extents, Operational and Resilience Risk (ORR), Model Risk, Wholesale Credit Risk (WCR), Retail Credit Risk (RCR), Insurance Risk, Financial Crime Risk and Regulatory Compliance Risk.

Requirements

·  Minimum of 3 years proven experience in assurance, audit, compliance or risk management within financial services or other major industries.
·  Minimum bachelor’s degree in related field such as business, finance, law or equivalent experience.
·  A good understanding of risk management and associated business processes
·  Proven ability to question, evaluate, and improve existing business processes and adequacy of information.
·  Experience working with local and regional stakeholders and an understanding of global standards of quality.
·  High level of accuracy and attention to detail when working with competing and conflicting priorities 
·  Knowledge of banking and a good understanding of all significant compliance requirements.
·  Strong communication, presentation and influencing skill.
·  Fluent in both oral and written English.
·  Proficient with Microsoft Office.

HSBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and, opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons irrespective of, but not limited to, their gender or genetic information, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, social status, medical care leave requirements, political affiliation, people with disabilities, color, national origin, veteran status, etc., We consider all applications based on merit and suitability to the role.