Risk & Compliance Manager

Job Summary
The Risk Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s risk management framework to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks. The role ensures effective governance, compliance, and risk-aware decision-making across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Strategy & Framework
Develop and implement enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks and policies
Identify strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks
Maintain risk registers and risk assessment methodologies
Risk Assessment & Monitoring
Conduct regular risk assessments, stress testing, and scenario analysis
Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and emerging risks
Ensure timely reporting of risk exposures and mitigation actions
Compliance & Governance
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, laws, and internal policies
Support regulatory inspections, audits, and compliance reviews
Advise management on governance best practices
Internal Controls & Audit Support
Design and review internal controls to mitigate key risks
Coordinate internal and external audits and track remediation actions
Investigate incidents, losses, and control failures
Business Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement
Partner with business units to embed risk management into operations
Provide risk advisory support for new products, projects, and investments
Present risk reports to senior management and board committees
Training & Risk Culture
Promote risk awareness and a strong risk culture across the organization
Conduct risk and compliance training for staff
Key Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Law, or related field
Professional certification (FRM, CRM, CPA, ACCA, CISA, or equivalent) is an added advantage
Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in risk management, audit, or compliance roles
Strong understanding of regulatory and governance requirements
Key Skills & Competencies
Risk assessment and analytical thinking
Strong attention to detail and judgment
Stakeholder communication and influencing
Policy development and compliance
Problem-solving and decision-making
Reporting and presentation skills
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