Risk & Internal Control Officer
Risk & Internal Control Officer
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04-06-2025
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Job Description
Our client is a leading diversified financial institution in Nigeria.
Job Summary
The Risk & Internal Control Officer is vital in establishing maintaining and continuously enhancing the firms robust risk management framework and internal control role ensures that all company operations particularly those related to its client
services and innovative investment products like dollar funds equity-based funds money market funds and segregated portfolios adhere strictly to regulatory standards internal policies and the organizations overarching mission and core values. This officer
plays a crucial role in safeguarding assets guaranteeing compliance and fostering a pervasive culture of risk awareness and operational excellence throughout the firm.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Management
- Identify analyze and evaluate risks across all organizational activities including client onboarding investment operations and product delivery.
- Develop and maintain risk registers and related documentation.
- Design and recommend risk mitigation measures and controls aligned with industry best practices.
Internal Control & Governance
- Develop implement and maintain internal control policies procedures and frameworks that support operational integrity.
- Conduct regular internal audits to verify compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
- Identify operational inefficiencies or control gaps and recommend process enhancements.
Organization & Culture
- Embody and promote the organizational core values: excellence professionalism innovation integrity and commitment.
- Lead by example in fostering a strong risk culture aligned with organizational ethics.
- Directly supports the organization s mission and vision by protecting client assets ensuring operational integrity and fostering a culture of ethical excellence upholding the organization s commitment to integrity professionalism and innovation.
Requirements
- Bachelor s degree in Finance Accounting Risk Management Business Administration or related field
- Certification in risk management (e.g. CRMA CFA) is desirable.
- 5 years of proven experience in risk management internal control or compliance within financial services investments or wealth management firms.
- Sound knowledge of financial products especially alternative investment funds and segregated portfolios
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as AML KYC and relevant financial legislation.
- Strong analytical skills attention to detail and the ability to assess and manage complex risks.
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
Employment Type
Full Time
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