Operational Risk Manager, Markets | Risk Management Group

In this role you will provide independent oversight of operational risk across markets-facing businesses, with a focus on Equities Derivatives and Trading. You will review and challenge risk reporting, incident management, key risk indicators, assurance activities and business-led assessments to ensure material risks are identified, understood and managed effectively. You will partner with business stakeholders to evaluate new initiatives, provide guidance on risk management best practice, analyse risk data and identify emerging themes and trends. You will also support engagement with regulators, auditors and senior management, while helping to deliver and enhance our Operational Risk Framework strategy across the organisation.

Experience in financial markets, with expertise in equities markets gained through business, risk, or support functions.

Experience in operational risk, internal audit, or external audit within a financial services organisation.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex information, identify key risks, and provide practical recommendations.

Tertiary qualification in finance or a related discipline; relevant professional qualifications are advantageous.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively and work effectively across a global organisation.

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

Our Risk Management Group works as an independent, and centralised function, responsible for independent and objective review and challenge, oversight, monitoring and reporting in relation to Macquarie’s material risks. We are a global team that aims to manage the risks of today and anticipate the risks of tomorrow. Our divisions include compliance, credit, financial crime risk, market risk, operational risk, aggregate risk and prudential, and central.

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We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.