Senior Risk Manager
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Job overview
Klarna is hiring a Senior Risk Manager. The Senior Risk Manager at Klarna will join the second‑line Risk Control team to set risk frameworks, oversee global risk management, and ensure capital positions meet regulatory requirements while aligning with the firm’s risk profile.
Key focus areas include Set risk frameworks and oversee global risk management, Focus on capital management and business strategy alignment, and Review and challenge securitization practices for compliance.
Successful candidates bring Degree In Numerate Subject and Experience In UK Or EU Bank. Important skills include Capital Management, Risk Management, Banking Regulations, Supervisory Expectations, Attention To Detail, and Structured Approaches To Problem Solving. Preferred (not required): Securitization Practices, Capital And Liquidity Assessment Processes, Recovery Planning Frameworks, and Generative AI Tools.
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What you will do
As a Risk Manager at Klarna, you will be part of the second-line Risk Control team responsible for setting risk frameworks and overseeing risk management across our global operations. You will focus on capital management and business strategy, ensuring Klarna's capital positions align with regulatory requirements and reflect the firm's current and future risk profile. In this position, you will review and challenge securitization practices — both synthetic and traditional — ensuring they meet internal policy standards, regulatory expectations, and best-in-class risk management approaches. You will also review and validate Klarna's capital and liquidity assessment processes, recovery planning approaches, and business forecasting models to ensure alignment with our risk appetite and strategic goals. Through the development of risk opinions, assurance reviews, and regular engagement with senior executives, you will play a meaningful part in shaping sound risk decision-making across the organization.
Who you are
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You have solid knowledge of capital management and how capital requirements apply to regulated financial institutions.
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You have experience working in a UK or EU bank, with a strong understanding of banking regulations and supervisory expectations.
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You hold a degree from a university in a numerate subject such as Economics, Science, Engineering, or Business.
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You bring strong attention to detail and apply structured approaches to problem solving.
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You are driven and ambitious, with strong conceptual ability and a desire to go beyond the obvious.
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You are comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and can articulate complex risk topics clearly and confidently.
Awesome to have
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Experience with securitization practices, including synthetic and traditional structures.
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Familiarity with capital and liquidity assessment processes and recovery planning frameworks.
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Experience using generative AI tools in a professional setting.
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Proficiency in both written and verbal English at a working or advanced level.
Please include a CV in English
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