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Lead Business Consultant - SCD Risk & Valuation ID 37
RemoteContractCOMPLead Business Consultant – Risk & Valuation (SimCorp) Location: Remote Allocation: 50% (Part-Time) Contract Duration: ASAP – 31 May 2026 Skillfinder International is supporting a leading financial services organisation in the search for an experienced Lead Business Consultant with deep expertise in risk management and OTC derivatives valuation. This is a high-impact consulting engagement suited to a senior professional with strong SimCorp knowledge and hands-on experience in risk analysis and valuation frameworks. Role Overview As Lead Business Consultant, you will play a key role in supporting risk and valuation processes, with a particular focus on Mark-to-Market (MtM) Decomposition and risk module expertise within SimCorp. You will work closely with stakeholders across risk, finance, and technology functions to ensure accurate modelling, validation, and analysis of risk results. Key Responsibilities Lead analysis and advisory work relating to Mark-to-Market Decomposition Provide subject matter expertise on the SimCorp Internal Risk module Support and validate backtesting of risk results within SimCorp Work extensively with Risk Analysis Manager Demonstrate strong understanding of the risk data model and risk tables Apply advanced theoretical valuation expertise for OTC derivatives Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate risk reporting and valuation integrity Required Expertise Proven experience as a Senior / Lead Business Consultant within financial services Strong hands-on knowledge of: Mark-to-Market decomposition methodologies SimCorp Internal Risk module Backtesting risk results in SimCorp Risk Analysis Manager Risk data models and risk tables Deep theoretical knowledge of OTC derivatives valuation Ability to operate independently in a remote consulting environment Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
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Data & AI - AI / ML Engineer (140291-1)
LondonContractNegotiableA long-term inside-IR35 contract Cyber Security Engineer – AI & Data Security role, hybrid in London (Canary Wharf) until October 2026, focused on securing AI and cloud platforms, designing AI security architectures and governance, validating AI models, and providing technical leadership across Azure and AWS environments Cyber Security Engineer – AI & Data Security (Contract, Hybrid London) Long-term contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid – Canary Wharf | Until Oct 2026 Are you a Cyber Security Engineer with a passion for securing AI and cloud platforms? This is a long-term contract opportunity to play a key role in shaping a large-scale AI Security Programme, working at the forefront of AI, cloud, and data protection. You’ll join a specialist AI & Data Security team, providing hands-on engineering expertise and technical leadership to ensure AI capabilities are deployed securely, responsibly, and at scale. What you’ll be doing Acting as a cybersecurity specialist for AI platforms, with hands-on involvement across Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, Microsoft 365, and foundation models Designing secure AI deployment patterns, guardrails, governance controls, and observability frameworks Translating AI and platform risks into practical engineering solutions Collaborating closely with security, engineering, and data teams to integrate AI safely into existing environments Testing and validating AI models for security, performance, and reliability Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a strong security-first culture Essential skills Strong cybersecurity engineering background with AI / ML security exposure Hands-on Microsoft Azure experience, including Azure Application Gateway Experience securing AI platforms and foundation models Knowledge of secure AI architectures, guardrails, and governance Hybrid cloud security experience Nice to have Azure AI Foundry Amazon Bedrock AI Agents Azure Analytics Services
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Data & AI - AI / ML Engineer (140291-1)
LondonContractNegotiableA long-term inside-IR35 contract Cyber Security Engineer – AI & Data Security role, hybrid in London (Canary Wharf) until October 2026, focused on securing AI and cloud platforms, designing AI security architectures and governance, validating AI models, and providing technical leadership across Azure and AWS environments Cyber Security Engineer – AI & Data Security (Contract, Hybrid London) Long-term contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid – Canary Wharf | Until Oct 2026 Are you a Cyber Security Engineer with a passion for securing AI and cloud platforms? This is a long-term contract opportunity to play a key role in shaping a large-scale AI Security Programme, working at the forefront of AI, cloud, and data protection. You’ll join a specialist AI & Data Security team, providing hands-on engineering expertise and technical leadership to ensure AI capabilities are deployed securely, responsibly, and at scale. What you’ll be doing Acting as a cybersecurity specialist for AI platforms, with hands-on involvement across Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, Microsoft 365, and foundation models Designing secure AI deployment patterns, guardrails, governance controls, and observability frameworks Translating AI and platform risks into practical engineering solutions Collaborating closely with security, engineering, and data teams to integrate AI safely into existing environments Testing and validating AI models for security, performance, and reliability Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a strong security-first culture Essential skills Strong cybersecurity engineering background with AI / ML security exposure Hands-on Microsoft Azure experience, including Azure Application Gateway Experience securing AI platforms and foundation models Knowledge of secure AI architectures, guardrails, and governance Hybrid cloud security experience Nice to have Azure AI Foundry Amazon Bedrock AI Agents Azure Analytics Services
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Compliance Quality Assurance Specialist
LuxembourgContractnegotiableCompliance Quality Assurance Specialist Role Purpose The Compliance Quality Assurance Specialist supports and develops strategic compliance monitoring plans and executes associated controls. The role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of issue resolution — from tracking findings through to implementing recommendations — while ensuring accurate internal and external reporting. This position contributes to safeguarding regulatory integrity and ensuring that compliance frameworks operate effectively within the banking and/or fund sector. Key Responsibilities Support the design, development, and execution of strategic compliance monitoring plans Execute compliance controls and assess their effectiveness Track compliance findings and manage remediation activities Oversee the lifecycle of issue resolution and follow-up actions Prepare clear and precise internal and external compliance reports Conduct company research and quantitative analysis Support process and project management initiatives Take ownership of defined workstreams within projects Contribute to workshops and meetings; coach stakeholders at working level Lead small teams within larger projects when required Deliver clearly defined work products aligned to project objectives Support the organization in achieving intended outputs and outcomes of compliance-related initiatives Required Qualifications & Experience University degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Economics, Finance, Law, or a comparable qualification Minimum 2 years of experience as a Compliance Quality Assurance specialist (experience in designing and executing compliance monitoring plans is a strong plus) OR At least 4 years of experience as an Auditor Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements relevant to the banking industry and/or fund sector Experience working with best-practice operational models 2–3 years of experience in a relevant operational area (e.g., CRM, Finance, Operations, Talent & Organization) Mandatory Skills & Competencies Strong attention to detail Excellent organizational skills and team spirit Analytical and critical thinking mindset Strong problem-solving capabilities High level of proactivity, dedication, and motivation Ability to present clear, definitive conclusions Persuasive communication skills, particularly important within control functions Strong command of MS Office tools Desirable Skills Inquisitive and intellectually curious mindset Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to interpret and present complex regulatory issues clearly to third parties
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Data & AI - AI / ML Engineer (140291-1)
LondonContractNegotiableA long-term inside-IR35 contract Cyber Security Engineer – AI & Data Security role, hybrid in London (Canary Wharf) until October 2026, focused on securing AI and cloud platforms, designing AI security architectures and governance, validating AI models, and providing technical leadership across Azure and AWS environments Cyber Security Engineer – AI & Data Security (Contract, Hybrid London) Long-term contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid – Canary Wharf | Until Oct 2026 Are you a Cyber Security Engineer with a passion for securing AI and cloud platforms? This is a long-term contract opportunity to play a key role in shaping a large-scale AI Security Programme, working at the forefront of AI, cloud, and data protection. You’ll join a specialist AI & Data Security team, providing hands-on engineering expertise and technical leadership to ensure AI capabilities are deployed securely, responsibly, and at scale. What you’ll be doing Acting as a cybersecurity specialist for AI platforms, with hands-on involvement across Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, Microsoft 365, and foundation models Designing secure AI deployment patterns, guardrails, governance controls, and observability frameworks Translating AI and platform risks into practical engineering solutions Collaborating closely with security, engineering, and data teams to integrate AI safely into existing environments Testing and validating AI models for security, performance, and reliability Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a strong security-first culture Essential skills Strong cybersecurity engineering background with AI / ML security exposure Hands-on Microsoft Azure experience, including Azure Application Gateway Experience securing AI platforms and foundation models Knowledge of secure AI architectures, guardrails, and governance Hybrid cloud security experience Nice to have Azure AI Foundry Amazon Bedrock AI Agents Azure Analytics Services
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Data & AI - AI / ML Engineer (140291-1)
LondonContractNegotiableA long-term inside-IR35 contract Cyber Security Engineer – AI & Data Security role, hybrid in London (Canary Wharf) until October 2026, focused on securing AI and cloud platforms, designing AI security architectures and governance, validating AI models, and providing technical leadership across Azure and AWS environments Cyber Security Engineer – AI & Data Security (Contract, Hybrid London) Long-term contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid – Canary Wharf | Until Oct 2026 Are you a Cyber Security Engineer with a passion for securing AI and cloud platforms? This is a long-term contract opportunity to play a key role in shaping a large-scale AI Security Programme, working at the forefront of AI, cloud, and data protection. You’ll join a specialist AI & Data Security team, providing hands-on engineering expertise and technical leadership to ensure AI capabilities are deployed securely, responsibly, and at scale. What you’ll be doing Acting as a cybersecurity specialist for AI platforms, with hands-on involvement across Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, Microsoft 365, and foundation models Designing secure AI deployment patterns, guardrails, governance controls, and observability frameworks Translating AI and platform risks into practical engineering solutions Collaborating closely with security, engineering, and data teams to integrate AI safely into existing environments Testing and validating AI models for security, performance, and reliability Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a strong security-first culture Essential skills Strong cybersecurity engineering background with AI / ML security exposure Hands-on Microsoft Azure experience, including Azure Application Gateway Experience securing AI platforms and foundation models Knowledge of secure AI architectures, guardrails, and governance Hybrid cloud security experience Nice to have Azure AI Foundry Amazon Bedrock AI Agents Azure Analytics Services
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I was introduced to Grant shortly before I arrived in the UK.What a remarkable individual. Incredibly generous with his time and advice about the industry which he understands so well. I'm not at all surprised at the level of success he has achieved by establishing Skillfinder International.
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My team has been cooperating with Skillfinder International for last couple of years. Skillfinder is always ready to provide a solution for our resourcing needs across our locations (Ireland, Luxembourg, Czech Republic) for both contractor and internal hiring. Skillfinder helped us to onboard various roles, including the ones with niche skills such as OpenEdge developer or Data governance expertise.
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"Toby is one of the best Avaloq recruiters in the industry. He has a rare talent for understanding the needs of clients and candidates alike, and his ability to build strong relationships is exceptional. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Avaloq recruiter who truly cares about their success."
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Founded in 2003, Skillfinder International has built a reputation for delivering high-impact talent solutions in financial services, banking tech, and other regulated markets.
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