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Vice President, Risk Programme Manager

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MUFG .

MUFG is a leading global financial group with a long history and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Project Promotion team, within IT Planning, Reporting and Administration (IPR), supports communication with Head Office in Tokyo and manages EMEA technology-wide reporting, resourcing, asset management, and planning processes including annual budget planning. The Risk and Pele Portfolio is part of the Project Promotion team delivering EMEA projects within planned scope, time, and budget.

Number of Direct Reports : 0-2 depending on project delivery requirements.

Main Purpose of the RoleTo lead and oversee the delivery of Bank EMEA Risk Management projects within the Project Promotion Team. The successful candidate will manage end-to-end execution of risk management-related initiatives, ensure alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. This role involves providing oversight and support to a team of Project Managers and other delivery resources, engaging key staff, and providing timely updates to oversight committees and senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Management: Lead and manage the Bank EMEA Risk Management change pillar, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.

Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of projects related to market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and regulatory compliance, working with individual Project Managers as appropriate.

Drive project governance, ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory standards, and best practices.

Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may impact project success.

Financial and Resource Management

Manage the programme expense budget, ensuring cost-effective project execution.

Optimize resource allocation across the programme, balancing priorities and timelines.

Collaborate with Finance and Procurement for budget forecasting, reporting, and approvals.

Team Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

Lead, mentor, and oversee a team of Project Managers, fostering a high-performance culture.

Serve as a point of contact for senior management, risk committees, and other oversight bodies.

Provide regular status reports and updates to governance committees, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Engage with internal stakeholders across Risk, Compliance, Finance, IT, and Operations to align project goals with business needs.

Reporting and Compliance

Ensure accurate and timely reporting to regulatory and internal oversight bodies.

Implement risk reporting frameworks, dashboards, and KPIs to monitor project performance.

Stay updated on regulatory changes impacting market and credit risk management functions.

Work Experience

10+ years of experience in programme management within the banking or financial services sector.

Strong understanding of risk management functions, including market risk, credit risk, and regulatory compliance.

Proven experience in budget management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulatory-driven environment with competing priorities.

Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.

Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is highly desirable.

Knowledge of Basel III, IFRS 9, CCAR, DORA and other risk regulatory frameworks.

Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.

Experience in working with risk analytics, data governance, risk technology solutions.

Personal Requirements

Excellent communication skills

Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability

A proactive, motivated approach

Ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly

Strong decision making skills and sound judgement

A structured and logical approach to work

Strong problem-solving skills

Creative and innovative approach to work

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Calm under pressure

Strong numerical skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office and other project management tools

We are open to flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

MUFG is committed to diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment. We oppose all forms of discrimination and support equality and fair hiring practices.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Sales

Industries

Financial Services and Banking

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