Technology Risk Director

Director, Technology Risk  

About the Role 

This is a 2nd Line risk role, reporting to the Head of Operational and Technology Risk, where stakeholder engagement, knowledge of technology (existing and developing) and an ability to prioritise and deliver in a fast-paced environment will be critical to its success. 

You will be responsible for co-ordinating with key stakeholders and their management teams providing support, input and independent oversight of the management of the banks Technology, Data and Security Risk and control activities. 

Ideally, you will be currently working in a 1st, preferably 2nd or 3rd Line risk-related role with a focus on Technology, Data and Security Risk Control environments.

Along with the above experience, we expect the prospective candidate to be willing and able to perform the following: 

Set standards: 

• Providing direction and guidance in the development, implementation, and communication of Technology, Data and Security policies and standards 

• Maintain strong relationships with Technology, Data and Security teams and collaborate with them to gain a good understanding of the Technology, Data and Security architecture to provide a view of the risks 

• Actively engage in end-to-end risk remediation planning, resolution, and monitoring activities 

• Understand Technology, Data and Security Strategies, and be able to articulate and assess the associated risks 

Provide Challenge: 

• Provide challenge across Technology, Data and Security risks enabling business growth while maintaining related risks within appetite 

• Oversee controls and associated testing relating to Technology, Data and Security risks, assessing key controls and providing feedback to the respective functions 

• Undertake risk reviews of the Technology, Data and Security control frameworks 

• Develop, advise and review Technology, Data and Security related RCSA’s 

Provide Direction: 

• Support the oversight of the Bank’s operational resiliency practices for Technology, Data and Security 

• Support the regular production of management information and reporting for senior management, executive and board level committees and where required regulatory presentations 

• Stay aware of Information Security current affairs, business continuity, data management, security and encryption, and vulnerability analysis and audit 

This is a responsible, multi-faceted role with the potential to gain unique and unrivalled experience and focused career progression. 

Requirements

What we are looking for: 

• Excellent working knowledge of control environments with a proven understanding of Technology, Data and Security Risks (including resilience, data integrity, change and associated controls) 

• Strong understanding of Technology, Data and Security governance policies and procedures (including existing and emerging technology advancement and the implications of those) 

• Good understanding of operational resilience (including Technology aspects and how it impacts on service resilience change, suppliers, incident capacity, and cyber event resilience) 
• Experience of 1st, preferably 2nd or 3rd Line roles with deep experience, ideally in a banking/ fintech environment 

• Understanding of the 3 Lines Model and how this is implemented at functional and enterprise level, and how to assess its maturity 

• Familiarity with agile change methodology principles, and related change management oversight of the test and production environments 

• Strong background in using corporate Technology stacks including MS Suite, DevOps, GRC tooling etc. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to be able to articulate complex requirements 
• Excellent prioritisation skills, with an ability to move between competing priorities concurrently 

You will fit right in at ClearBank if you are: 

• Committed to delivering excellent interactions and outcomes 

• Driven to continuously improve things 

• Curious and keen to learn and apply new skills 

• Able to creatively solve problems 

• Keen to embrace new technology and have an agile mindset 

• Willing to get your hands dirty and take ownership of issues 

Benefits

About us 

ClearBank was built on the belief that banking infrastructure would no longer slow down progress. Instead, it’s the catalyst that unlocks the potential to innovate. That’s why our clients — financial institutions from fintechs and crypto platforms, to banks and credit unions, use our API to power their banking infrastructure. 

But we wouldn’t be ClearBank without our people. They’re what powers our innovative technology and the reason we love what we do every day. We’re a group of spirited people who are never afraid to challenge the norm – becoming stronger, more energised and that much better when we’re together. It’s our belief in fairness, autonomy and choice that means our people are empowered with the tools to learn, grow and contribute to ours and our clients’ success. Interested in joining us? Read on or visit our website for more information. 

At a glance:

• We're flexible – We support a culture of flexibility which allows our employees to achieve a strong work-life balance. 
• Offices – Work in a way that works for you – whether that’s in the London office, at home, or hybrid. 
• Holiday – 27 days of annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. 
• Work abroad – You have the flexibility to work outside of the UK for up to 30 days in a rolling 12-month period.
• Socials – Regular social events open to all.  
• Holiday swap – Option to swap your bank holidays to any other day of your choice.   
• Wellbeing – 24/7 employee assistance programme including mental health support, life assurance and income protection.
• Bigger than ClearBank – Take a couple of days per year to do something that matters to you.  
• Healthy living – Private healthcare and discounted dental cover, with employee perks and discounts. 
• Personal development – We offer personal development budgets, opportunities to take part in role-related training and unlimited LinkedIn Learning. 

If this sounds like you then we encourage you to dust off that CV and apply! 

Regretfully we are not able to sponsor applicants for immigration purposes at the current time.