Senior Risk Management Officer

Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Risk Management Officer to work closely with the Head, Risk Management and other departments to promote a risk-aware culture and ensure effective risk management practices are in place.

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Risk Identification & Assessment: Assisting in identifying potential risks related to operational, financial, compliance, and strategic activities. Conducting risk assessments to evaluate the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
- Risk Mitigation & Control: Supporting the implementation and monitoring of risk mitigation plans and controls. Collaborating with different departments to ensure risk mitigation strategies are properly executed and tracked.
- Compliance Monitoring: Ensuring compliance with internal policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements. Participating in internal and external audits and assisting with regulatory reporting as needed.
- Risk Reporting: Preparing detailed reports and presentations for senior management, summarising risk findings, analysis, and recommendations. Maintaining and updating the company’s risk register regularly.
- Data Collection & Analysis: Gathering and analysing risk-related data from various departments to identify trends and emerging risks. Ensuring accurate documentation of risk management activities.
- Risk Awareness & Training: Supporting the Risk Management department in conducting risk awareness training sessions for employees across all departments to foster a culture of awareness and compliance.
- Incident Management: Assisting in tracking and reporting incidents related to risk, including operational failures, compliance breaches, or financial exposures. Providing recommendations for process improvements based on incident analysis.
- Risk Management Framework Development: Contributing to the development and continuous improvement of the company’s risk management framework, policies, and procedures.

Required Qualifications:
- B. Sc in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, with 7+ years’ experience in risk management, compliance, audit, or similar roles.
- Professional certifications.
- Strong exposure to risk assessment methodologies, regulatory compliance, and operational risk management; knowledge of Islamic Finance.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills, and the ability to analyse large data sets.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and risk management software tools.

Educational Background:
B. Sc in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Experience:
7+ years’ experience in risk management, compliance, audit, or similar roles

Additional Notes:
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.