Operational risk
WHAT IS THIS? Operational risks are those arising from people, processes and systems – the biggest form of exposure for many industries, but one that was neglected by financial firms until the collapse of Barings Bank in 1995. It was added to the Basel capital framework in 2004, but attempts to model operational risk were dealt a heavy blow by the huge, unforeseen losses suffered by banks in the aftermath of the financial crisis.
Brazil: Risk managers in demand for fast growing financial sector
Risk management is increasingly coming to the fore in Brazil’s newly booming banking sector. Operational risk managers with good experience are therefore suddenly in demand, with above-average remuneration available for those up to the task
The top 2010 risks: OpRisk's survey of the challenges ahead
The year ahead looks set to be one of the busiest ever for operational risk practitioners, as they struggle to meet regulators’ increased expectations and fight rising financial crime with fewer resources. OpRisk & Compliance outlines the top 10…
US: Operational risk managers face merger challenges
The operational risk function might not have a say in a firm’s strategic merger plans, but it can prepare it for the risks involved in the union. David Benyon discusses the operational risk manager’s role as adviser to newly married fims, and presents a…
Profile: Deepa Chandrasekhar, chief of compliance at United Gulf Bank
A career spanning various banking disciplines in a variety of roles has made Deepa Chandrasekhar, chief of compliance at United Gulf Bank, fluent in the language and customs of the compliance, risk and audit units, meaning she can help them work together…
Consultancy rankings: Preparing the next war
Still reeling after the crisis, financial firms have been cautious in their uptake of consultancy services. This year's OR&C consultancy rankings show those at the top got there by adjusting their strategy to help firms prepare for whatever might be…
Make it personal
Operational risk managers need to do more than merely collating and analysing loss data, they need to add value by working towards the firm's business objectives. This can be achieved using stress testing and scenario analysis, which add a human element…
All in his stride
Hamish Lock had to hit the ground running when he became head of op risk at Bank of Montreal just over a year ago. But taking on a new risk role amid a global financial crisis hasn't fazed him, and he is already well on the way towards achieving his new…