Financial Crime Operations - Risk & Controls - Senior Analyst

Organization:At CommBank, we never lose sight of the role we play in other people's financial wellbeing. Our focus is to help people and businesses move forward to progress. To make the right financial decisions and achieve their dreams, targets, and aspirations. Regardless of where you work within our organisation, your initiative, talent, ideas, and energy all contribute to the impact that we can make with our work. Together we can achieve great things.

Job Title:Financial Crime Operations - Risk & Controls - Senior Analyst

Location:Bangalore

Business & Team:Financial Crime Operations

Impact & contribution:We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Risk & Controls Senior Analyst to join our team at a leading bank. The ideal candidate will have an inquisitive mindset, the ability to challenge existing processes, and a passion for driving efficiency. This role is critical in strengthening the bank's risk management framework and ensuring operational resilience in a dynamic financial environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across various banking functions, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate risk exposure, proposing appropriate controls to address emerging challenges.
• Conduct root cause analysis of incidents, providing actionable recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Driving a strong risk awareness across the business, contributing to the prioritization, design and implementation of the operational risk principles into the business

Controls Framework:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust controls framework to ensure alignment with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Perform periodic reviews and testing of controls to identify gaps and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with business units to design and refine control processes that support operational efficiency.

Challenging Current Practices:

• Review and analyse existing workflows, identifying inefficiencies or outdated practices.
• Proactively challenge the status quo by proposing innovative solutions and process improvements.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by promoting best practices and operational excellence.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, providing insights and recommendations on risk and control matters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Compliance, Audit, and Operations, to align risk management strategies with business goals.
• Managing the interface between the business, internal audit, second line of defence and other critical functions, as well as the wider risk and controls teams
• Prepare and present detailed reports on risk and control assessments to relevant stakeholders.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay updated on regulatory developments and ensure timely implementation of changes within the organization.
• Support regulatory audits and inspections by providing necessary documentation and insights.

Essential Skills:

• Min 7 years of relevant experience in business management, operations, or a similar field.
• Substantial experience in leadership roles, managing teams and projects.
• Experience in the same or similar industry can be beneficial for understanding industry-specific challenges and opportunities.
• Experience in liaising with various stakeholders, including executives, department heads, and external partners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholder.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams, providing clear direction and support.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle unexpected challenges.

Educational Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, management, finance, or a related field is typically required.
• A master's degree (e.g., MBA) or other advanced degrees can be advantageous