Risk Analyst

One of our clients, an established accounting and audit firm with a strong international presence, is looking to recruit a Risk Analyst to join their team.

Responsibilities:

Risk Management Framework

• Collaborating closely with the management to plan, design, and implement the company's risk management framework
• Providing input in relation to the risk appetite and ensuring that operational activities are carried out in alignment with the set risk appetite
• Keeping abreast of the relative directives, regulations, technical standards, and other rules, and ensuring their ongoing maintenance and implementation
• Coordinate risk assessments to identify, analyze and evaluate risks affecting the firm
• Conducting assessments to ensure that procedures are kept relevant and that the required controls are effective
• Actively interfacing with departments to ensure a smooth and optimum development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the enterprise risk management framework into the firm’s risk culture

Risk Advisory

• Helping clients develop a risk-aware culture
• Assisting clients in reviewing their risk management function, evaluating the impact of any changes in practices on the clients’ business volumes, customer acceptance rates, and other relevant areas
• Assisting clients in preparing change documentation for escalation and approval as necessary
• Assisting clients in developing and maintaining risk indicators and monitoring their performance
• Assisting clients in preparing the business risk assessments, customer risk assessments and jurisdictional risk assessments

Skill-sets and Requirements

• Knowledge of risk management principles and practices
• Candidate should be assertive and self-confident to carry out the responsibilities within the risk management function
• Ability to multi-task, meet strict deadlines and produce high quality work
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to listen actively and to work on one’s initiative as necessary

Education & Experience

• A university degree in Risk, Economics, Finance, or relevant field of study
• Possession of a post-graduate degree in a discipline relevant to the role and/or a recognized qualification(s) in Risk Management will be considered an asset

Job Reference: OV855