Senior Risk Partner

Requirements

• This role requires a proactive thinker with strong analytical capability, solid judgement, and the ability to influence across functions

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• Strategic and critical thinking — able to synthesise complex information and form clear, actionable views

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• Thought leadership — comfortable shaping narratives and understanding risk profiles in evolving risk areas

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• Cross-functional collaboration — proven ability to influence and partner effectively across diverse teams

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• Analytical depth — strong capability to conduct deep dives and identify root causes

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• Risk challenge mindset — confidence and maturity to provide independent, balanced second-line oversight

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• Excellent communication and stakeholder-engagement skills

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• High integrity, sound judgement, and a commitment to maintaining a strong risk culture

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• Experience in banking, financial market infrastructure (FMI), or payments (highly preferred)

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• Prior background in risk management, internal audit, financial advisory, or regulatory work

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• Big Four experience (consulting, advisory, or assurance) highly advantageous

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• Strong understanding of risk frameworks, operational resilience, controls, and regulatory expectations

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• Bachelor’s degree required (business, finance, economics or related)

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• MBA preferred

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• Professional certifications (e.g., IRM, CIA, PRM) beneficial but not mandatory

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• You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy influencing senior stakeholders and helping an organisation raise its risk maturity

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• You combine intellectual curiosity with practical judgement, and you can move comfortably between strategic thinking and detailed analysis

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• If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification

What the job involves

• The Senior Risk Partner is a critical member of the Business Risk function, supporting strategic decision-making and strengthening risk excellence across the organisation

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• You will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, provide independent second-line challenge, and lead deep-dive assessments across key risk areas

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• Function: Business Risk

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• Level: Senior Individual Contributor

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• This role requires a proactive thinker with strong analytical capability, solid judgement, and the ability to influence across functions

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• You’ll provide independent second-line challenge on risk topics including operational, technology, regulatory, and strategic risks

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• Conduct deep-dive assessments, thematic reviews, and targeted analyses to evaluate risk drivers and control effectiveness

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• Lead and contribute to cross-functional risk initiatives, ensuring alignment with Swift’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework and risk appetite

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• Support senior management with risk insights, scenario analysis, and recommendations for decision-making

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• Support preparation of materials for governance forums, committees, and regulators

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• Partner with business teams to strengthen risk culture, improve risk awareness, and advocate for consistent risk practices

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• Drive continuous improvement in risk processes, tools, and reporting

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• Deliver thought leadership on emerging risks, best-practice methodologies, and industry trends

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