Assistant Manager - Risk (SBCI)

Role Profile Job Title : Assistant Manager - Risk Division : Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland Reports to : Senior Risk Manager Job Family : Professional Contract : Permanent

• Closing date for applications - 20th July 2025
• Summary of the Business The National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) provides asset and liability management services to the Irish Government. It has evolved from a single function agency managing the National Debt to a manager of a complex portfolio of public assets and liabilities. Businesses managed by the NTMA include borrowing for the Exchequer and the management of the National Debt, the State Claims Agency, the New Economy and Recovery Authority ("NewERA"), the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund, National Development Finance Agency and the NTMA Future Ireland Funds business unit with responsibility for the management of the Future Ireland Fund and Infrastructure, Climate and Nature Fund. The NTMA also assigns staff to the National Asset Management Agency, the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI). Working at the NTMA offers excellent benefits including : Flexible work options including hybrid working and variable work hours An extensive wellbeing programme Excellent learning and development opportunities that allow for full career development within the organisation A diverse range of initiatives : LGBT+, Gender Matters, Disability Awareness, Sports & Social, Volunteering and lots more Reimbursement of annual professional membership fees Career average Defined Benefit Pension Scheme The SBCI, an affiliate of the NTMA, is the Irish national promotional institution created by the SBCI Act 2014 with the objective of delivering effective financial supports to Irish enterprises, in particular SMEs, addressing failures in the Irish credit market and driving competition and innovation. It is the role of the SBCI as a national promotional institution to provide effective financial supports to the market to promote the economic development of the Irish State. The SBCI provides liquidity funding and guarantees to a range of on-lending finance providers to support the provision of long-term, low-cost credit to SMEs in Ireland. Since its launch in 2014, SBCI liquidity and guarantees have supported lending of over €4 billion to more than 60,000 SMEs through our wide range of on-lending partners including banks, alternative lenders, asset and invoice finance funders and credit unions. In addition, the SBCI continues to develop its range of financial supports to address gaps for investment funding in the Irish market. Role Summary The Assistant Manager Risk will play a key role in the Risk team in providing independent oversight in respect of all aspects of risk management in the SBCI. The Assistant Manager Risk will support the Senior Risk Manager to implement a strategic vision for risk management and governance that aligns with the SBCI's overall objectives and priorities. Principal Accountabilities Support the implementation of the SBCI's Risk Management Policy and Framework, Risk Appetite Statement and associated risk management policies and processes in line with the SBCI's strategic objectives and appropriate best practice. Support an effective 2nd line oversight and challenge to decisions that affect the organisations exposure to risk, including credit risk, operational risk, financial risk and reputational risk. Lead the SBCI's second line control testing programme and undertake additional quality assurance testing as required. Maintain successful partnerships with key stakeholders at all levels. Engage with SBCI teams in implementing key risk indicators, identifying and evaluating risks (including strategic and emerging risks), recording and identifying mitigating actions, and monitoring outcomes. Support the delivery of comprehensive and clear risk reporting to relevant stakeholders, in particular the Audit and Risk Committee, the Credit Committee and the Board. Delivery of a broad suite of risk management activities including Risk and Control Self-Assessments. Provide training to wider SBCI team on risk management procedures, policies and methodologies. Develop and maintain the Enterprise Risk Management System and provide ongoing support to business users. Experience / Qualification Risk professional with knowledge and experience in shaping and leading a Risk Management Programme, ideally within a financial or related entity organisation. An in-depth understanding of risk management tools and methodologies. Excellent ability to drive the adoption of risk management programs and the implementation of changes in Risk Management practices. Experience in utilising and rolling out Enterprise Risk Management software tools would be an advantage. A minimum of 5 years' experience in a relevant risk role. Excellent understanding and experience of risk management, compliance, audit and other relevant disciplines. Strong business acumen and financial expertise. Team management experience desirable. Skills Independent thinker with the ability to influence and negotiate at senior levels. Ability to command credibility and build trust at all levels both internally and externally. Proven ability to prioritise work to achieve objectives within strict timescales and to manage the demands and expectations of multiple stakeholders. Strong willingness to take the initiative and adapt to changing requirements. Excellent problem-solving skills. A high level of numeracy with strong analytical skills and competency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Excel. Flexibility to adapt as the role may require. Knowledge A relevant 3rd level degree / master's qualification is required. Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil / Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee's re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note : In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department / Office / Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. Applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment declaration to confirm whether they have previously availed of a Public sector pension scheme. The NTMA is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace informs better decision making, creative thinking, innovation and drives business performance. We are strongly committed to ensuring that our workforce is representative of our society. The NTMA is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace informs better decision making, creative thinking, innovation and drives business performance. We are strongly committed to ensuring that our workforce is representative of our society. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login / Register to apply button below.