Risk & Compliance Officer Ballina Credit Union (BCU)was founded in 1968, and we have been serving our members in a professional and efficient manner ever since.
Ballina Credit Union currently has an asset value of over €100m and boasts a membership in excess of 17,000 accounts.
We are currently recruiting a Risk & Compliance Officer on a fixed-term contract (6 months).
This Risk and Compliance Officer position will support the Risk function within Ballina Credit Union.
The purpose of this position is to support the Credit Union Risk, Compliance, and Anti-Money Laundering work plans in fulfilling the credit union regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will report directly to Senior Management.
The role will be suitable for a candidate who is seeking experience in a wide range of risk and compliance areas.
The successful candidate will carry out a range of activities in line with the operational requirements of the Credit Union.
Key Responsibilities Assist the Management Team with the identification and management of risks within the Credit Union.
Conduct risk and compliance assurance testing on key processes Maintain the risk register for the credit union.
Assist with regular risk assessments across the credit union.
Assist with updates to the risk management framework Promoting a culture of Risk Management throughout the organisation Assisting with policy updates and creation of annual work plans Ensure audit and regulatory recommendations are implemented within the stated deadlines.
Creation of reports for review by the Management Team Maintain knowledge and skills in good practices in compliance and risk management.
Collaborate with colleagues to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements Support the Data Protection Officer with delivery of the Data Protection work plan The above list of roles and responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be subject to change in line with the needs of the business.
Role Requirements Experience in working in a financial services or office environment is desirable but not essential.
Previous Risk and Compliance experience essential Risk and/or Compliance qualification desirable.
QFA qualification desirable (or actively working towards obtaining a qualification) in line with the Minimum Competency Code (MCC) set out by the Central Bank Successful candidates will be expected to meet the Central Bank Fitness & Probity standards Ability to work on own initiative and as part of team Applications on or before 5:00 p.m. on Friday the 5th of September 2025.
Shortlisting may apply, and candidates will be shortlisted based on the information provided BCU is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland BCU is proud to support a diverse and inclusive working environment.
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Skills: Risk Management Risk Analysis Compliance Monitoring AML