Technology & Data Controls Manager

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Join us as a Technology & Data Controls Manager

• You’ll be supporting and overseeing the Data & Analytics (D&A) function of the bank in embedding the Data and AI strategy across the bank through applying effective risk management and decision-making capability, anticipating and assessing the potential impacts of data and AI related risk across the bank
• We’ll look to you to make sure the impacts of Data and AI strategic initiatives on the operational risk and control profile are evaluated, managed and mitigated
• Enjoy a great platform to build your leadership profile as you shape a high performing and vibrant team culture

What you'll do

In this key role, you’ll provide subject matter expertise (SME) on Technology, Data and AI risks and controls, including technology along with overseeing relevant Change Programmes that support the delivery and embedding of the Data and AI strategy.

We’ll look to you to provide support and guidance on Technology, Data and AI related Control Frameworks, Control Design and Articulation, Control Testing and Policy Compliance, including Controls to manage Models, Technology and Change. To do this, you’ll be working closely with the Control Testing team, Franchise & Function Control teams and second line Risk.

Additionally, you’ll:

• Manage stakeholder relationships across the D&A function and support them with managing their risk and control profile
• Produce corporate governance and risk committee material and MI, formulating and articulating risk appetite using the operational risk framework and material risk measures including Data Quality and an aggregated view of the control environment
• Manage the completion of and provide support as an SME on D&A owned risk and control assessments in line with the risk framework for the relevant business areas within the D&A function, such as Data Management, APIs and Climate
• Support and regularly engage with specialist stakeholders including second and third line of defence
• Create a culture of continuous improvement to support the bank’s Data and AI strategy, increasing efficiency and productivity through great people leadership, coaching, engagement and development of skills

The skills you'll need

We’re looking for a highly skilled individual with experience of data related risk and control assessments in an operational and strategic context, preferably in AI and Technology related assessments.

You’ll have a comprehensive experience in producing corporate governance and risk committees packs, including management of Data risk, formulating and articulating risk and controls using an operational risk framework and material risk measures.

You’ll also have:

• A track record of testing or effectively implementing IT General Controls (ITGC) and automated controls (ITAC)
• A strong understanding of Data risk and associated industry standards and frameworks such as BCBS239
• Knowledge of data, models, technology, change and AI related risks and controls and industry frameworks, including knowledge of risks associated with AI, Generative AI, Automation and Outsourcing
• The ability to deliver high quality outcomes and communicate complex ideas and solutions to support management of technology, data and AI risks in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift rapidly