Are you passionate about identifying potential risks before they become real problems? Do you have a keen eye for compliance, risk frameworks, and operational resilience? If yes, then we'd love to meet you
Our organization is seeking an experienced Risk Manager to join our Compliance team. This person will play a critical role in developing and maintaining our Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, collaborating with various departments, and ensuring that robust risk mitigation strategies are in place.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
* Audit internal processes and identify weaknesses
* Design and implement risk controls and contingency plans
* Monitor regulatory changes and advise senior leadership
* Oversee business continuity and disaster recovery plans
* Train staff on risk awareness and best practices
Key Requirement
* A bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Risk Management, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., FRM, PRM, or CRM) is preferred.
* Must have completed NYSC
* 5-6 years of experience in KYC/AML process, compliance, operations, risk & control functions
* Strong knowledge of fintech regulations and their impact on the business.
* Experience in cybersecurity risk management, financial risk modeling, and compliance regulations.
* Previous experience working with senior leadership to develop risk management strategies
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess and mitigate complex risks
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
* Familiarity with risk management tools and software, as well as financial and business modeling.
* Knowledge of enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks and best practices.
* Ability to stay updated with the latest trends, regulations, and technology developments in the fintech space.