VP, Operational Risk (CIB)

A global financial institution seeks a Vice President for Operational Risk to strengthen risk governance, enhance resilience, and support sustainable growth across capital markets and investment banking operations.

Key responsibilities:

As VP for Operational Risk, you will strengthen operational risk governance, enhance control effectiveness, and support business resilience through cross-functional risk oversight.

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across Capital Markets and Investment Banking divisions to identify, evaluate, and prioritise operational risks impacting business resilience and performance
• Monitor KRIs and risk metrics to ensure early detection of emerging risks and deliver clear, actionable insights to senior management on exposures and mitigation progress
• Maintain and enhance risk registers, documentation, and operational risk frameworks to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and visibility of evolving risk landscapes
• Lead and support RCSAs and incident/near-miss documentation to assess control effectiveness, drive accountability, and ensure timely execution of mitigation actions
• Collaborate with business units, internal audit, and compliance teams to embed best practices, strengthen governance, and reinforce a culture of operational risk ownership

Candidate profile:

To excel in this role, you bring strong investment banking and operational risk experience, solid regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage complex risks while collaborating effectively across diverse stakeholders.

• Minimum degree from an accredited university with at least 8 years’ experience in risk management or control functions within investment banking
• Familiar with electronic trading systems including OMS/EMS platforms and FIX protocol, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for reporting and analysis
• Strong exposure to investment banking environments, including Equity Derivatives, Prime Brokerage, and Cash Equity, with solid understanding of Asia financial markets and trading strategies
• Strong knowledge of operational risk frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, supported by advanced analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to present complex concepts clearly; professional certifications such as FRM, CRM, PRM, or CSIA are advantageous

About the company:

A global investment banking and financial services firm active in capital markets and advisory, driving cross-border solutions and market innovation. It offers a collaborative, high-performance environment focused on growth, development, and client-focused delivery.

Keywords: operational risk management, risk governance, capital markets, risk metrics, OMS/EMS, corporate and investment banking, financial services

What’s next:

Step into a high-impact risk leadership role to shape resilient markets, strengthen governance, and drive the future of operational excellence in global banking. Apply now!