Title: Operational Risk Associate, London
Location: London
Job Ref: RISKRD097053
Salary: £30k - £35k

My client, a leading Asset Manager, is looking to recruit an Associate to join their Operational Risk team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in either Operational Risk or the Hedge Fund industry to make their first step. The role will be based in London but there will be opportunity to travel to the New York office.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide support in the testing of SOX processes across the Group.
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial and operational reviews across the Group and due diligence to third parties.
• Ensure key internal financial and operational controls are operating effectively.
• Propose practical solutions to enhance controls and/or mitigate risk identified. Support the business in implementing such solutions.
• Liaise and work closely with internal and external auditors on SOX / internal controls subject matters.
• Maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Ensure Operational Risk team testing and reporting best practices are closely followed.

The suitable candidate will be educated to degree level in a relevant finance discipline and have experience working in a Big Four or equivalent with a focus on Asset Management clients. This role requires someone who has the ability to work on their own, with an enthusiastic approach and an excellent communicator.

If you feel you have the relevant skill set and previous experience to qualify for the role then please do forward your CV to Rudy de Oliveira at rdeoliveira@morganmckinley.co.uk.

Please be aware due to the large number of applications it may not always be possible to reply to your application immediately.