Chief Risk Officer

• Lead the organisations risk function ensuring that all material risks are identified evaluated monitored and effectively managed.

• Shape and drive the risk strategy so it supports business goals while aligning with regulatory requirements and the organisations risk appetite.

• Continuously assess risks across all business areas products and operational processes applying both qualitative and quantitative methods.

• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date risk register and taxonomy to guide management decision-making.

• Design and implement risk reporting tools dashboards and metrics for executive and board-level oversight.

• Provide timely updates and recommendations to senior leadership on emerging risks and potential mitigation actions.

• Establish and maintain a risk management framework policies and procedures that meet or exceed industry best practices.

• Chair or participate in relevant risk committees and ensure strong governance around decision-making.

• Oversee compliance with all applicable laws regulations and prudential standards including Basel guidelines.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulators auditors and other oversight bodies on risk-related matters.

• Foster a strong organisation-wide culture of proactive risk awareness through training communication and leadership.

• Partner with business leaders to integrate risk considerations into strategy product development and major initiatives.

• Direct the organisations stress testing and scenario analysis programmes to evaluate resilience under adverse conditions.

• Interpret stress test results and advise on capital adequacy contingency planning and strategic adjustments.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including rating agencies industry groups and regulators.

• Lead and develop a high-performing risk team providing coaching mentoring and career growth opportunities.

• Oversee the credit risk function including policy development exposure management and portfolio monitoring.

• Ensure that credit practices align with regulatory requirements and the organisations overall risk appetite.

• Develop implement and oversee a comprehensive financial crime prevention and detection strategy.

• Bachelors degree in Risk Management Finance Commerce or a related discipline; a Masters degree in Business is preferred.

• 1015 years senior-level experience in risk management within financial services with banking experience highly desirable.

• Deep understanding of operational and credit risk management principles regulatory frameworks and Basel standards.

• Strong background in financial modelling compliance oversight and fraud prevention.

• Demonstrated success in managing regulatory relationships and navigating complex compliance environments.

• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and influence at all levels.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities with a track record of embedding a robust risk culture across an organisation.

Please Note if you dont match the Requirements or Industry you wont be consider for this role..

Benefits

• Competitive salary.

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