Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities
Strategic Focus :
- Development of First Line Risk Frameworks – Contributing to the design and enhancement of risk procedures aligned with enterprise standards.
- Participation in Strategic Projects – Engaging in cross-functional initiatives like system implementations and regulatory efforts.
- Compliance with Risk Governance Standards – Ensuring alignment with CUSO Risk Framework and promoting a strong risk culture.
Operational Management :
Support RCSA Program Execution – Planning and executing Risk and Control Self-Assessments.Issue Monitoring and Remediation Coordination – Tracking and resolving open issues across risk domains.Policy and Procedure Management – Maintaining and updating risk-related documentation.Control Testing Execution – Performing and documenting control tests.Documentation & Reporting – Preparing reports and dashboards for transparency.Continuous Improvement – Recommending enhancements to controls and methodologies.Project Management Skills – Tracking progress and directing team efforts.People Leadership :
Stakeholder Engagement – Collaborating with internal teams and communicating findings.Fostering team cohesion and performance.Strong presentation and communication skills – Communicating effectively across levels.Demonstrates leadership in team settings.Governance & Risk :
Compliance & Standards Alignment – Ensuring adherence to internal and external standards.Experience in Operational Risk Management, especially in Information / Technology Risk.Familiarity with industry frameworks – NIST, FFIEC, COBIT, ISO27002, OWASP.Issue Identification & Escalation – Identifying and escalating control deficiencies.Experience & Personal Attributes
Qualifications :
Educational and Professional Qualifications : Chartered Accountant / Master's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance.Minimum of 2 years of experience in Operational Risk Management in Information / Technology Risk and operations / accounting within the financial services industry.Experience in the Second Line of Defense (SLoD) is desirable.Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and experience in Financial Services, preferably in the Fund Services environment.Proven ability to demonstrate detailed knowledge of various operational risk types and understanding of internal control principles to support successful execution of risk programs.Project management skills and ability to track project progress and direct / redirect team efforts.Personal Attributes :
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to lead a medium-sized team.Support senior leadership in adoption and execution of accounting review standards and best practices.Ability to analyze, resolve, and document problems and resolutions.Ability to work as part of a cross-cultural team.Strong organizational and time management skills.Continuous improvement focus, with the ability to identify risks, cost efficiencies, and operational improvements.Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.Self-driven and motivated with a focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement.Skills Required
risk frameworks , strategic projects, Compliance, risk governance