Senior Manager, Risk Management - #10512388

Responsible to manage the Group Risk function with focus on identifying, analysing, and mitigating risk throughout the business with adherence to the Risk Management framework

Responsibilities

• Lead in the implementation of risk management strategies by engaging with business units and key process owners in identifying potential areas of risk via risk assessment exercises
• Develop measurable targets and achievable plans to enhance the adoption of risk assessment culture at the Organisation level, especially in Property and Plantation arms
• Oversee initiatives and practices to safeguard business operations in terms of reputational, strategic, business/market impact, financial, human capital, operational, compliance, and climate risk
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards at the Organization level as well as preparing reports and analysis detailing the Organisation's performance in areas that are relevant in risk mitigation
• Lead engagement with internal/external stakeholders including employees, vendors, clients, local communities as well as establish partnerships with government agencies to advocate risk management initiatives; share knowledge & best practices, foster collaboration on projects, and drive collective efforts toward a risk culture
• Stay abreast of updates, trends and changes in the market and provide innovative solutions, evaluate the feasibility of implementing new practices, and assess the potential impact on the Organisation
• Lead in planning and organising educational programs such as workshops, seminars, or training sessions to build awareness about ethical practices and encourage behaviour change within the Organisation
• Perform regular risk audits of the Company's departmental operations and processes to evaluate the effectiveness of internal risk control practices
• Conduct Risk Committee meeting in line with agreed timelines and provide recommendations in improving the risk index to Senior Management and the Board Risk Committee by presenting findings from risk analysis and assessment activities
• Prepare integrated reporting encompassing Risk from other relevant business aspects and highlight the key areas to Senior Management and the Board Risk Committee
• Attend to any other duties as may be assigned by the Management from time to time

Requirements

• A recognised degree and/or professional qualification in Law/ Finance/ relevant disciplines, or related post-graduate qualifications, and/or commensurate experience leading Risk strategy and initiatives
• More than 10 years of relevant experience in the Risk Management field/ reporting especially integrated reporting, consulting, or other relevant fields on leadership/ managerial level
• Proficient in both written and spoken communication, with strong presentation skill
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Strong business acumen with good technical knowledge
• Pro-active, enthusiastic and self-driven with high level of integrity
• Industry experience within the Property and/or Plantation industry is an added advantage