Group Risk Assurance Controls Manager at Lombard Odier

Position	Group Risk Assurance Controls Manager
Veröffentlicht	06 Jun 2026
Abgelaufen	06 Jul 2026
Unternehmen	Lombard Odier
Standort	Genève \| CH
Anstellungsart	Full Time

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A career at Lombard Odier means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. An innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients, our independently owned Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents.

With a history spanning over 230 years, Lombard Odier is an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through Lombard Odier Investment Managers and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions.

"Rethink Everything" is our philosophy – it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients.

Group Risk Assurance Controls Manager (80–100%)

We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and strategic Risk Assurance Controls Manager to join the Operational Risk Management department in Schweiz. This role sits within the second line of defense and carries full ownership of the Group's risk assurance and control testing framework, including the design, execution, and continuous enhancement of assurance plans.

The successful candidate will lead and develop control testing activities across the organization, provide independent oversight over Erste line risk and control frameworks, and deliver high-impact insights to senior management and governance bodies. The role includes direct line management responsibility and requires a strong ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

YOUR ROLE

Leadership & Ownership

Own, design, and continuously enhance the Group-wide risk assurance control testing framework and annual assurance plan

Lead and develop a small team (1 FTE), providing coaching, priority setting, and performance oversight

Act as a subject matter expert and key point of contact for control assurance topics across the organization

Drive consistency, quality, and efficiency in control testing methodologies and outputs

Control Testing Strategy & Execution

Define, implement, and execute a risk-based control testing strategy aligned with regulatory expectations and internal priorities

Oversee and perform periodic and ad-hoc control testing across business units and processes

Ensure comprehensive coverage of key risks and controls, with a forward-looking and thematic approach

Challenge the design and operating effectiveness of controls, identifying systemic weaknesses and emerging risks

Ensure high-quality documentation of testing procedures, results, and conclusions

Second Line of Defense Oversight

Provide independent oversight and challenge of Erste line risk management and control frameworks

Assess the adequacy of Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) and other Erste line control activities

Engage with senior stakeholders to provide expert opinions on control effectiveness and risk exposure

Collaborate with Internal Audit and other assurance functions to ensure alignment and avoid duplication

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

Deliver clear, concise, and impactful reporting to senior management, risk committees, and governing bodies

Escalate key issues, trends, and systemic control weaknesses in a timely manner

Provide actionable recommendations to strengthen the control environment and mitigate risks

Act as a trusted advisor to business and control functions on control design and assurance matters

Issue Management & Follow-up

Oversee the tracking and validation of remediation actions for identified control deficiencies

Ensure timely closure of issues and appropriate root cause analysis

Monitor recurring themes and drive improvements at a structural level

Continuous Improvement & Strategy

Drive the evolution of the risk assurance framework, methodologies, and toolsets, leveraging data-driven approaches where possible

Stay up to date with evolving regulation (e.G., FINMA, Basel guidelines) and industry best practices

Promote a strong risk and control culture across the organization

Contribute to broader operational risk management initiatives and strategic projects

YOUR PROFILE

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, Accounting, or a related field

Minimum 5–7 years of experience in private banking or financial services, with significant exposure to operational risk, internal controls, audit, or risk assurance functions

Proven experience in leading control testing programs and managing assurance activities

Prior people management or mentoring experience is required

Strong understanding of the three lines of defense model and governance structures within private banking

Deep expertise in control testing methodologies, RCSAs, and control frameworks

Strong knowledge of banking operations, regulatory requirements (FINMA, Basel) and industry standards

Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify systemic risks

Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and engage senior stakeholders

Proficiency in MS Office;
experience with data analytics and GRC tools is highly desirable

Fluent in English and French;
additional languages are an asset

Our Maison's DNA is defined by five core values. Excellence drives us to be the best at what we do, while Innovation fuels our progress. Respect underpins every interaction, and Integrity shapes our actions. Together, we are One Team, united in serving our clients with unwavering dedication.

As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are woven into the fabric of our Maison's DNA, and we strive to ensure that our employees can fulfill both their personal and professional aspirations by encouraging internal mobility and individual upskilling programs. We firmly believe that building Diverse Teams contributes to our successes and to deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy.

It is an exciting time to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.

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Unternehmen: Lombard Odier
Position: Group Risk Assurance Controls Manager
Arbeitsort: Genève
Land: CH

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