Risk Lead - Banking & Finance

The Risk Lead will report functionally to the Risk Management Committee and administratively to the Chief Executive Officer. The incumbent is responsible for driving the risk management function to protect economic value and support sustainable growth in alignment with the strategic goals of the Cluster. Key responsibilities include developing and updating risk management policies and procedures, fostering an appropriate risk culture, designing and maintaining risk metrics across credit, market, liquidity, operational, reputational, and IT risk domains, and ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and board-approved risk appetite limits. The role involves conducting regular stress testing, liaising with credit underwriting, monitoring data integrity standards, and collaborating with business and control functions to enhance risk management. Additionally, the Risk Lead will assess risks for new products and client segments, ensure high ethical standards, and lead a team to deliver optimal performance while managing company resources effectively.

Postgraduate qualifications in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Financial Risk Management or equivalent professional qualification; 7+ years’ experience in Financial/Risk Management, including 2 years at a supervisory level; thorough knowledge of financial services business, global trends, and regulatory requirements; excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; strong leadership, interpersonal, and coaching skills; ability to relate market/economy knowledge and trends to business and anticipate potential risks and impacts.