Deel

Head of Operational Risk

Deel

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

Cloud

About the role

  • Design, implement, and maintain a robust Operational Risk Management framework, including policies, standards, and governance processes
  • Serve as a thought leader and strategic advisor to the CRO and executive leadership on emerging operational risk trends and best practices
  • Champion the use of AI, automation, and advanced analytics to streamline risk processes and support data-driven decision-making
  • Oversee change governance to ensure operational risk considerations are embedded in product launches, system implementations, and process transformations
  • Develop, track, and analyse Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), thresholds, breach protocols, and remediation timelines
  • Produce real-time, AI-enhanced dashboards and risk reports for senior leadership and the board
  • Own the third-party/vendor risk framework and monitoring processes
  • Partner with product and tech teams to embed operational risk in HR & Payroll feature design and rollout
  • Implement predictive analytics to anticipate and mitigate incident trends
  • Drive a proactive, risk-aware culture through targeted training and initiatives
  • Maintain current knowledge of evolving global regulations and update ORM frameworks accordingly

Requirements

  • Demonstrated leadership expertise in operational or enterprise risk management, preferably within Financial services, payments, payroll, or HR-focused sectors
  • Proven leadership in designing, owning, and improving ORM frameworks, policies, and governance structures, including change governance oversight
  • Demonstrated track record as a thought leader influencing organisational strategy and operational practices
  • Strong experience applying AI, automation, and technology solutions to risk management, including predictive analytics and GRC platforms
  • Strong analytical, reporting, and stakeholder management skills
  • Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., FRM, CRMP, ISO 31000, COSO ERM)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business, or related field; Master’s preferred
  • Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently