Head of Market Risk IT - .NET (London)

An international bank is a dynamic, technically capable, and strategically minded leader to head their Market Risk & Market Data IT division. This role is central to designing and delivering in-house systems that power the enterprise market risk analytics.

Strategic Leadership of technology solutions in Market Risk and Market Data

Oversee in-house development (primarily in .NET, some Java) of risk analytics systems

Ensure data accuracy and model integrity across risk platforms

Collaborate with Risk, Finance, and Operations on enterprise-wide initiatives

Lead a team including tech leads, BAs, and developers

Drive continuous improvement and innovation

Own project prioritization, budget management , and vendor interaction

Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards

10+ years' experience in Financial Markets IT, with hands-on Market Risk exposure

Proven experience in leading technical teams and delivering IT strategy

Skilled in .NET , with familiarity in Java and ideally Murex

Deep understanding of market risk metrics and data aggregation

Ability to toggle between high-level strategic thinking and technical detail

Demonstrates ownership, problem-solving ability, and curiosity

Excellent communicator—comfortable with both engineers and executives

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Focus: Software Development/Engineering

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: City of London

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Technology & Digital

Focus: Software Development/Engineering

Industry: IT

Salary: £120,000 - £135,000 per annum + bonus + benefits

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: City of London

Job Reference: 9F5NQT-CE368E8C

Date posted: 19 May 2025

Consultant: Albertine Hedley