Risk Assurance Specialist

Risk Assurance Specialist, Dublin

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Date: 14 Jan 2026

Location: Dublin, IE, IE

Company: Allied Irish Bank

Location: AIB Group, Central Park, Block H, Leopardstown, Dublin 18

Hybrid Working – 3 days per week in the office – Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday

• Want to join a team where you’ll work alongside specialists in finance, risk, technology, and more—gaining broad exposure across the Bank and building your professional network?
• Want to develop real-world skills? Get hands-on experience supporting assurance reviews, from planning and testing to reporting, with guidance from experienced team members every step of the way.
• Looking for a supportive environment? Be part of a culture that invests in people, encourages growth, and values your contribution as you start your career in risk assurance.

What is the Role:

The Risk Function in AIB is an independent, second line of defence function that monitors, controls and supports risk-taking activities across AIB. The purpose of the Risk Function is to provide advice and guidance in relation to risk while providing independent oversight and reporting on AIB’s risk profile.

The Risk Assurance & Validation (RAV) function are a second line risk function responsible for providing effective monitoring of risk-taking activities across AIB via an integrated assurance model. The team engages with senior stakeholders within the organisation and there are plenty of opportunities to obtain great exposure and experience across all areas of the Bank. We have a culture where investing in people is paramount, we are empowering, cultivating talent and fostering professional development.

Financial Risk Assurance is a dynamic team within RAV, playing a key role in informing senior management and the Board about risk management and the effectiveness of the control environment. Financial Risk Assurance conducts assurance reviews to support the assessment of risk profiles, including Financial Risk, Capital Adequacy Risk, Funding & Liquidity Risk, and Markey and Equity Risk. This is achieved by providing assurance over risk frameworks and policies, and by assessing the management, design, and operating effectiveness of key risks and controls.

We're looking for someone who can:

• Assist the review manager in defining review scope, test strategy, and executing testing.
• Engage professionally and efficiently with business areas and key stakeholders.
• Conduct comprehensive testing to identify issues.
• Articulate issues identified in a clear, factual, and objective manner.
• Support the review manager in preparing and agreeing detailed final review reports for senior management.
• Contribute to committee and board reports to keep senior management informed of key issues.

What you Will Bring ; 

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Compliance, Risk Management, or Audit within a banking environment, with a clear understanding of control and risk management methodologies, financial services products, governance and regulations.
• 3rd level qualification (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent), preferably in a business or finance related discipline;
• An analytical mind-set, with ability to draw out key messages/insights from financial and management reports or data;
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a small team, with attention to detail, completing tasks to a high standard within agreed deadlines.
• Experience in at least one of the following areas: Financial reporting, Capital Adequacy Risk, Funding & Liquidity Risk, or Market and Equity Risk.

Why Work for AIB:

We are committed to offering our colleagues choice and flexibility in how we work and live and our hybrid working model enables our people to balance their time between working from home and their designated office, subject to their role, the needs of our customers and business requirements.

Some of our benefits include;

• Market leading Pension Scheme
• Healthcare Scheme
• Variable Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family leave options
• Two volunteer days per year

Please click here for further information about AIB’s PACT – Our Commitment to You.

As part of the selection process, the successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate the AIB Behaviours and ability in the Behavioural and Technical Capabilities reflected below

Please note that the capabilities will only be asked at interview stage.

Behavioural Capabilities:

Technical Capabilities:

If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact the Recruiter for this role, Nicole, at careers@aib.ie for a conversation.

AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at careers@aib.ie

Disclaimer: 

Unsolicited CV’s sent to AIB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AIB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.

This role is part of the Fitness & Probity Regime and Individual Accountability Framework, which set out the specific requirements applicable. 

Application deadline: 27th January 

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