Financial Services Risk Manager

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Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Services Risk Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of risk management principles within the financial services sector and will be responsible for identifying assessing and mitigating financial risks to ensure the stability and profitability of our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Risk Assessment: Develop and implement comprehensive risk assessment frameworks to identify potential risks in financial operations including credit market operational and liquidity risks.
• Risk Management Strategies: Design and execute risk management strategies and policies to mitigate identified risks ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Continuously monitor risk exposure and performance metrics. Prepare detailed risk reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations standards and internal policies. Stay uptodate with changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Risk Mitigation: Develop and recommend risk mitigation strategies and solutions. Collaborate with various departments to integrate risk management practices into daily operations.
• Incident Management: Lead investigations into riskrelated incidents analyze root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Training and Awareness: Provide risk management training and support to staff and management. Promote a riskaware culture within the organization.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Finance Risk Management Accounting or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA Masters) or relevant certifications (e.g. CFA FRM) preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 57 years of experience in risk management within the financial services industry with a proven track record of successfully managing complex risk scenarios.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with proficiency in risk management software and tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively.
• Knowledge: Indepth knowledge of financial products market dynamics regulatory frameworks and risk management methodologies.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) are advantageous.