IT Risk Consultant

IT Risk Consultant/ Outside IR35/ Remote / 6 Month Contract 

We are partnering with a leading global financial institution to recruit an experienced IT Risk Consultant to support a high-priority risk remediation programme. This is a delivery-focused contract role, working within technology teams to address and close out key risk and control issues.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong execution capability rather than pure advisory experience.

Key Responsibilities: 

Deliver end-to-end remediation of IT risk and control issues
Support and implement improvements across
Technology risk
Process risk
Operational resilience
Work with stakeholders to design, enhance, and embed controls
Translate risk frameworks (e.g. CRIC, CRA, SISA) into practical actions
Provide progress reporting and updates within a matrix reporting structure
Collaborate across technology, risk, and business teams to ensure timely delivery
Key Requirements
Proven experience in IT Risk / Technology Risk within financial services
Strong first line of defence (1LOD) experience
Track record of delivering risk remediation or control uplift programmes
Understanding of IT controls, risk frameworks, and operational resilience
Ability to work in a fast-paced, stakeholder-heavy environment
Strong communication and delivery mindsetDesirable:

Experience working with large banking clients (e.g. Tier 1 institutions)
Familiarity with frameworks such as CRIC, CRA, or SISA
Relevant certifications (e.g. CISA, CRISC) – not essential
If you are interested in this role, please apply or email your latest CV to (url removed) ASAP!

IT Risk Consultant/ Outside IR35/ Remote / 6 Month Contract
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed