Product Testing & Assurance Leader
ref nr: 55/2/2026/DK/94292
In Antal we have been dealing with recruitment for over 20 years. Thanks to the fact that we operate in 10 specialised divisions, we have an excellent orientation in current industry trends. We precisely determine the specific nature of the job, classifying key skills and necessary qualifications. Our mission is not only to find a candidate whose competences fit the requirements of the given job advertisement, but first and foremost a position which meets the candidate’s expectations. Employment agency registration number: 496.
About the role
For our client - a large international bank - we are looking for an experienced leader to build and develop the Product Testing & Assurance capability within the Controls Office operating in the 1st Line of Defence.
In this role you will be responsible for shaping and leading the control testing framework for product-related non-financial risks, ensuring that key controls across business areas are effectively designed and operating as intended.
Your responsibilities
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Leading and developing the Product Testing & Assurance team responsible for control testing in the product risk area
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Designing and implementing a robust testing and assurance framework for non-financial risks related to products and business processes
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Overseeing control testing activities, including testing methodologies, test plans and quality of testing execution
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Reviewing testing results and ensuring clear communication of key findings, themes and risk exposures to senior management
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Driving continuous improvement of the control environment by identifying systemic control weaknesses and improvement opportunities
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Building strong relationships with business leaders, control owners and risk functions across the organisation
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Supporting governance processes, including reporting and escalation of key risk issues to senior management and risk committees
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Identifying opportunities to increase efficiency of testing processes, including automation and standardisation
Requirements
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Extensive experience in non-financial risk management, control testing, assurance, internal controls or audit, preferably within financial services
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Proven experience in leading teams or building control / assurance capabilities
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Strong understanding of risk and control frameworks and control testing methodologies
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Experience working with product governance, business processes or operational risk environments in large organisations
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Ability to translate complex risk and control topics into clear insights for senior stakeholders
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Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, including collaboration with senior leadership
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Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken)
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University degree or equivalent professional experience
The offer:
- A visible, senior role with real impact on business and governance standards
- Direct exposure to senior management and key decision-making bodies
- Involvement in transformation and modernization initiatives across the banking landscape
- Stable employment within a reputable international financial institution
- Modern office environment in Warsaw
- Opportunities for further development within risk management or broader banking leadership paths
