Senior Risk Management Officer

Pleo is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to excellence in handling risks across everything we do. We are seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable individual to join our Second Line Risk and Compliance team as a Senior Risk Management Officer. This is a unique opportunity to help develop and evolve Pleo’s Enterprise Risk Management function, and we’re seeking a candidate who is self-motivated, independent and experienced in managing risks within either public or a rapidly scaling companies.

What you'll get up to

• Enterprise Risk Management Program: Lead on our enterprise risk management programme, working independently to ensure robust risk assessment and mitigation strategies, and enhancing risk management structures and framework to support company growth.
• Risk Reporting: Develop and present comprehensive risk reports to key stakeholders across Pleo Group and governance forums, highlighting significant risks and mitigation plans. This will include providing expert advice on risk management strategies to senior leadership and supporting decision-making processes.
• Credit Risk Management: in cooperation with Credit Risk Specialist work on enhancing our oversight and control framework for Pleo credit offering, working closely with the First Line of Defence credit team and the Credit Risk Committee.
• Risk Culture Promotion: Foster a strong risk culture within the organization, promoting risk awareness and best practices across all levels, including through outreach, training programs and sharing best practices.

We believe you'll thrive in this role if you

• Have experience in Public or Scaling Companies: Proven experience in managing risks within public or rapidly maturing companies would make you a good candidate to join us as we grow. Experience within the financial services sector is a plus.
• Have experience in Enterprise Risk Management: A strong background in running enterprise risk management programs, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Are Self-Motivated: Demonstrated ability to work independently, be entrepreneurial in driving initiatives, and take ownership of projects.
• Have Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements and risk management standards, particularly as they relate to eMoney Institutions operating in both the EEA and UK markets.
• Have Strong Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and present actionable insights.
• Have Strong Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Show me the benefits!

• Your own Pleo card (no more out-of-pocket spending!)
• Lunch is on us - with catering in our Lisbon, Copenhagen and London offices or a monthly lunch allowance paid directly together with your salary in other markets 🍜
• Private health insurance to ensure you’re fit in body and mind to do your best work
• We offer 25 days of holiday + your public holidays
• For our Risk & Compliance Team, we offer full flexibility around remote working
• Option to purchase 5 additional days of holiday through a salary sacrifice
• We’re trialling MyndUp to give our employees access to free mental health and wellbeing support with great success so far ❤️‍🩹
• Access to LinkedIn Learning - acquire new skills, stay abreast of industry trends and fuel your personal and professional development continuously
• Paid parental leave - we want to make sure that we're supportive of families and help you feel that you don't have to compromise your family due to work 👶
• All of us have a stake in Pleo’s success - ask us about our equity grant scheme

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