Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an ambitious, forward looking and strategic thinking credit union. St. Canices Credit Union is a not-for-profit organisation and one of the largest community credit unions in the country. With 70,000 plus members and a diverse product base. St. Canices Credit Union is seeking a Risk Analyst to join the Risk function. Principal responsibilities of the Role: The Risk Analyst will report to the Head of Risk. This is a permanent full time position. The Risk Analyst will be responsible for assisting the Head of Risk with all aspects of the risk management function. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the identification of risks in the credit union across all areas Assist in the assessment and testing of the controls in the credit union Identify the gaps in assessments and assist the Head of Risk in implementing and improving controls in conjunction with the risk owners Identify risks which are close to tolerance and report to the Head of Risk and Risk Owner Assist with reporting of the current state of risks in the credit union to: Senior Management The Audit/Risk/Compliance Committee The Board of Directors Ensure that the credit union is operating within its risk appetite Assist with the management and implementation of risk mitigation plans to address control deficiencies Day to day management of the risk management software Liaising with all departments to identify department specific risks to ensure the risk register is kept up to date Day to day management of the policy framework within the credit union Prepare and present risk assessments to the Head of Risk as required Assist with the management of the Audit/Risk/Compliance Committee Assist with the preparation and delivery of annual, and ongoing, risk training and ensure that all Staff, Directors and Volunteers of the credit union are receiving adequate risk training Assist with the ongoing development and communication of a risk aware culture within the credit union Ensure that KRIs are up to date and fit for purpose Engage with external stakeholders, where required Interact with the compliance team and internal auditors as required Provide ongoing risk management advice to all officers of the credit union The successful candidate should have the following: Qualifications relevant to the role with a commitment to complete further studies appropriate to the needs of the position Experience working in a risk function in the financial services industry Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong member or consumer focus High level of accuracy and attention to detail, strong analytical skills, excellent organisational skills and highly motivated to work on own initiative Skills: Risk Assessment Risk Analysis Excellent Communication Skills Benefits: Pension Fund Paid Holidays Company Days Hybrid Option