Brief Description:
The Compliance Risk Officer is primarily responsible for assisting the Chief Compliance Officer in overseeing the risk management framework of the Bank, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and implementing strategies to mitigate risks across various functions.
Duties & Responsibilities: Risk Assessment and Monitoring:
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks to the Bank's assets, earning capacity, or reputation.
• Monitor key risk indicators and report on trends that could impact the Bank's financial stability.Policy Development:
• Develop and update risk management policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Ensure that policies are effectively communicated and adhered to throughout the organization.Risk Mitigation Strategies:
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize exposure to identified risks.
• Work with business units to implement controls and measures to reduce risk to an acceptable level.Risk Reporting and Analysis:
• Prepare and present risk reports to senior management and the board of directors.
• Conduct risk analysis to support strategic decision-making and ensure alignment with the bank's risk appetite.Training and Education:
• Provide training to employees on risk awareness, policies, and procedures.
• Foster a risk-aware culture within the organization through educational initiatives and communication.Internal Controls and Audit:
• Collaborate with internal audit teams to assess the effectiveness of internal controls related to risk management.
• Recommend improvements to controls based on audit findings and industry developments.Crisis Management:
• Develop crisis management protocols and participate in crisis response teams to address emergency risks effectively.
• Ensure business continuity plans are robust and tested regularly.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Management, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field is required. Advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, Master's in Finance) may be preferred.Two (2) to three (3) years of proven experience in risk management within the banking or financial services industry, with a solid understanding of banking operations and regulatory requirements is required.Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.Attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.
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