Chief Risk Officer
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Risk Officer to join our leadership team. This role will be instrumental in shaping and executing the organizations enterprise-wide risk management framework to ensure resilience, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth across diverse business operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework.
- Define and communicate the companys risk appetite and tolerance levels across all major business segments.
- Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks, including strategic, operational, financial, compliance, technological (cyber), and reputational.
- Establish and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), providing regular reporting to the Executive Team and the Board Risk Committee.
- Drive business continuity planning (BCP) and crisis management frameworks to ensure organizational resilience.
- Oversee compliance with local and international laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Collaborate with business units to embed a strong risk-aware culture throughout the organization.
- Coordinate with internal/external auditors and regulatory agencies on all risk-related matters.
- Provide strategic risk insights on new projects, acquisitions, and business expansion initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
- Professional certifications (FRM, CRM, PRM, CRISC) are highly advantageous; a Masters degree is a plus.
- At least 4 years of leadership experience in risk management, internal audit, or compliance.
- Strong track record in enterprise risk management, governance, and internal controls.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present risk insights to senior stakeholders and the Board.
- Experience in highly regulated industries (aviation, logistics, financial services, energy, telco, etc.) preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Key leadership role reporting to the CFO and Senior Leadership Team.
- Opportunity to build and lead a comprehensive risk management function across diverse operations.
- Work with a company committed to innovation, resilience, and long-term growth.