Role requirement
Vacancy type
Permanent
Sector
Asset Servicing (Middle Office)
Specialisim
Operational Risk (Middle Office)
Location
Edinburgh
Language skills
English
Job reference No.
16414
Salary
Competitive
Data Published
18/03/2026
Closing date
08/04/2026
Job Description:
We are working on an exclusive basis with our client in Edinburgh (other England based office location may be considered) who is looking to recruit a Risk & Business Continuity Lead.
The role holder will work at a senior level, responsible for supporting and enhancing the organisation's risk management framework, along with ownership of the business continuity process and policies.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks and business continuity planning
- Relevant professional qualification in risk management, or equivalent experience
- Experience operating at a senior level within risk and business continuity in a complex organisation
- Understanding of regulatory environments is advantageous
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong analytical and critical thinking ability, with a strategic mindset
Core Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of the risk management framework
- Oversee risk, compliance and control processes across the organisation
- Develop and maintain risk management policies, including risk identification, assessment and mitigation planning
- Deliver regular risk reporting and provide assurance on controls and risk management effectiveness
- Lead the development and implementation of business continuity frameworks, including business impact analysis and contingency planning
- Oversee incident response management and ensure continuous improvement
- Ensure business continuity arrangements meet legal and regulatory requirements
- Provide expert guidance on risk and business continuity across the organisation
- Develop and deliver training and awareness initiatives
- Facilitate risk workshops and promote a strong risk culture
Benefits:
- A highly competitive salary
- Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: (16414)
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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Kim has been a dedicated member of Core-Asset Consulting for almost 18 years, her recruitment expertise spans several critical areas, including Legal, Company Secretarial, Risk (IT and technology risk), Data, and Governance.
Kim’s approach is authentic and people-focused, ensuring that every candidate and client receives honest, reliable, and professional service. This dedication to quality and integrity has cemented her reputation as a trusted advisor in the recruitment industry, driving successful placements and fostering enduring client partnerships.
Her impact on the legal sector includes highlighting the opportunities in in-house legal roles, promoting flexible and remote working, and advocating for diversity and inclusion within the profession. Known for her professional and proactive approach, Kim consistently delivers the highest standards of service.
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