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Risk Manager - Digital Banking Project

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 2 months ago

Still open when we checked on 7 Oct

Catenon

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Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Catenon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Be near Madrid for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 8+ years of experience

    Lead-level role.

  • University degree

    “Licenciatura o Grado en ADE, Economía, Ingeniería, Matemáticas, Física o similar.” — per the ad.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

The role

Are you looking for the ultimate professional challenge in the Digital Banking sector? At Catenon, we are seeking a visionary Risk Manager to lead the control and management strategy for a new digital bank. Reporting directly to the CEO and playing an active role on the Management Committee, you will be the architect of the Risk Management System from the ground up. This position is not just a control role, but a strategic one where you will balance regulatory rigor with the agility required for a digital-first environment. You will have the opportunity to design policies, implement advanced AI/ML models, and ensure the resilience of a nascent entity.

If you have experience in banking, a passion for technology, and want to make your mark on a high-impact project with a flexible working model and a highly competitive compensation package, we want to meet you!

What you'll do

Design and comprehensive implementation of the Risk Management System (RMS), defining the risk appetite, policies, and operational limits.
Identification, measurement, and mitigation of credit, market, liquidity, operational, reputational, and ESG risks.
Establishment of models and dashboards for real-time monitoring of digital risks, fraud, and cybersecurity.
Ensuring alignment with the regulations of the Bank of Spain, ECB, EBA, and CNMV (Basel, DORA, AML/CFT).
Preparation of strategic reports for the Board of Directors and active participation in Risk and ALCO committees.
Leadership of contingency plans, stress testing, and recovery strategies against adverse scenarios.
Promotion of a risk culture ('risk-aware') across business, technology, and product areas.
Building and leading an agile, high-performance risk team.

Requirements:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Must-Haves):
- Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in risk management within financial institutions (traditional or digital banking).
- Deep knowledge of quantitative models and analytical tools (Python/R, SAS, SQL, Power BI/Tableau).
- Specific experience in digital risks: cybersecurity, online fraud, and AI/ML applied to risk.
- Strong command of European and Spanish prudential and conduct regulations.
- Strategic leadership and proven ability to influence Senior Management.
- Analytical mindset, proactivity, and strong business orientation.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS (Nice-to-Haves):
- Postgraduate degrees: MBA, Master's in Financial Risk, FRM, PRM, or CERA certifications.
- Demonstrated experience in creating or transforming risk functions within Fintech or neobank environments.

About Catenon

Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.

Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.

Industry
Recruitment

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Our client is a financial institution currently immersed in a pioneering project: the creation of a digital bank from scratch.

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