Operational Risk Digital Assets VP

Overview

Operational Risk VP – Digital Assets will independently review and challenge operational risk frameworks while supporting new products and evolving risk profiles within a highly visible global initiative.

• Perform risk‑based analysis of business processes, systems and controls to assess likelihood and impact of identified operational risks.
• Review and challenge first‑line activities, including Risk Control Self Assessments, risk events and issues, ensuring accurate reflection of the business risk position.
• Partner closely with stakeholders across Risk, Markets, Corporate functions and Group Strategy to drive risk oversight within the digital assets programme.
• Provide independent assessment and challenge of operational risk frameworks, building strong partnerships and collaborating effectively across business lines and global stakeholders.
• Lead risk governance agenda and strengthen controls through assessment, mitigation and escalation of breaches.

• Experience in operational risk, second line of defense functions, controls or related areas.
• Risk and controls mindset with the ability to independently assess and challenge operational risk frameworks.
• Experience supporting innovative businesses, digital assets, payments risk, fintech, or emerging technologies preferred.
• Strong partnership and collaboration across business lines and global stakeholders.
• Self‑starter mentality with the ability to operate autonomously in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Background in technology, cyber risk, innovation risk, or new product risk management highly preferred.
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking and digital & technology skills.

Glasgow, United Kingdom