Risk Control Partner

Job Title

Risk Control Partner

Job Description

Position Title: Risk Control Partner

 

Role Description:

We are looking for a Risk Control Partner to join First Line In Control Team (FLIC). As a Risk Control Partner within COO W&R you support the W&R Tribes and Service Centre. You will assist and advise different domains to ensure they adopt and implement the Risk Control Framework (RCF).

The role of Risk Control Partner will be on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract of Employment.

Within this framework, the 1st line is responsible for dynamic risk management and risk-based decision-making. You will act as a key risk partner to these teams. You will demonstrate an enthusiasm for facilitating the incorporation of all aspects of RCF into the day-to-day activities.

As a Risk Control Partner in our team you can make a difference by influencing and supporting the adoption of a strong risk culture.

We are a highly motivated team with a global heart, which operates across Regions, Tribes, and Service Centre. The culture can be characterized as open, entrepreneurial and with strong attention for personal development. As RCP you will work closely together with a variety of stakeholders across the domains, while you contribute to the Rabobank goals and develop yourself professionally and personally.

Hours of Work:  Hybrid Working - 8am to 4.15pm or 9am to 5.15pm, this is a Dublin based role that requires working from our Rabobank office at 76 Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Dublin 2.

Right to Work in Ireland – All candidates must have the Right to Work in Ireland and be an EU Citizen or holder of a Stamp 4 Visa

Main Tasks:

In this role, you will:

Focus on preparing and taking care of the Risk & Control processes for themes such as Privacy, Fraud and Compliance. You will achieve this by, among other things:

• Being actively involved in implementing and monitoring the risks and controls activities based on internal or external regulations thereby also create awareness and stimulating ownership

• Pro-actively supporting the different domains (Service Centre & Tribes) in actively managing the risks and controls and performing risk identification, risk assessment and defining mitigation activities. Thereby executing the annual control cycle including validation of performed controls and follow up of the proposed actions

• Enter into a dialog, challenge and collaborate with stakeholders such as control and process owners

• Continuous improvement of yourself and the team, by making proposals, creating awareness and implementing improvements

• Challenge control and process owners

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of quality

Technical requirements of the role:

Customer focus, collaboration, result orientation, focus and an ability to influence / challenge the status quo are essential for the success of a Risk Control Partner. Do you recognize yourself in these qualities? 

You have a Bachelor’s degree or higher and/or a minimum of 2/3 years’ experience in Financial Services Industry, Risk / Control Management & Compliance,  Business or Economics;

• An understanding of Risk Management within the financial services industry and related global regulatory standards

• An understanding of banking and finance operations

• A knowledge of causes, influences and drivers of operational risk

• Clear written and verbal communication skills

• Experience dealing with senior stakeholders

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

• Analytically strong and focus on improvements with a focus on delivering quality

• Result-oriented who likes to work in a team

Competencies:

During interview a candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record in;

• Root cause analysis

• Problem solving

• Critical thinking

• Capability in interpreting numerical data sets & documentation

• Being curious

• Being proactive rather than reactive

 

Our People & Recruitment Commitment:

At Rabobank, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team
All vacancies are managed directly by our internal Recruitment Team/HR Team

Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility:

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates. If you need any assistance or reasonable accommodation please reach put to our Recruitment/HR Team before an interview. This information will be treated confidentially and will only be used to arrange your requested support.

Encouraging All Talent to Apply :We understand that the confidence gap or reasonable accommodations can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & Transparency:

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish Equality Acts 1998 – 2015 and the EU Pay Transparency Directive 2023 - 2026, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.