Role Overview:

This role is responsible for the implementation of the Group’s Risk Management and Compliance strategy. This includes responsibility for implementing the risk management framework and related policies to support the business in enhancing its control environment and minimize its current and future exposure to financial, operational or other risks. Also includes responsibility for reviewing compliance to regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management

• Implement and maintain the Group’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Undertake risk assessments across the business. Manage risk reporting which meets the needs of the Board and management. Monitor key risk indicators. Monitor the risk register and implementation of actions plans and any potential changes in the environment likely to affect the risk profile of the company. Monitor and track the implementation of the Group’s strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and highlight potential risks and gaps. Review breaches of limits in line with the risk appetite and incident reports and ensure appropriate escalation, mitigation actions and reporting. Embed a positive culture of informed risk taking through training and awareness across the company. Ensure management remains informed of current and emerging risks and how they impact the Group. Implement and maintain the Business Continuity Management Framework.

Compliance

• Implement the Compliance framework, including the execution and monitoring of the obligations register, monitoring and reporting compliance risks and issues Review and challenge approved compliance policies and standards. Review compliance with legal and regulatory regulations.

Qualifications Experience & skills:

Academic:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution

Professional:

• Relevant professional qualification, such as CPA, ACCA, Certified Risk and Compliance accreditations

Experience:

• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in risk management and compliance.