Assistant Manager - Risk and Compliance

at  Robert Walters

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and empathetic Assistant Manager in Risk & Compliance. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a cooperative environment, with a strong focus on risk management and compliance within the corporate finance sector.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As an Assistant Manager - Risk & Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of risk management, compliance, business continuity, and post-merger integration. You will act as a bridge between two entities and the Group, driving best practices across all areas. Your role will involve implementing the Group’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework while fostering a culture that prioritises risk and compliance. You will also be responsible for managing post-merger governance integration matters. Your keen eye for detail will be crucial in reviewing Standard Operating Procedures across businesses to address any deficiencies. Furthermore, you will collaborate with line management to ensure robust business continuity plans are in place.

• Oversee all aspects of risk and compliance management, business continuity, and post-merger integration in the context of governance
• Act as the key point of contact between two entities and the Group to drive best practices
• Oversee the implementation of the Group’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework, policies, and procedures
• Inculcate a strong risk and compliance centric culture across the business
• Oversee post-merger governance integration matters, including implementation of GPAs, LOAs, and other relevant policies and procedures
• Periodically review Standard Operating Procedures across the businesses, focusing on addressing process and control deficiencies associated with key risk areas
• Work with line management to develop, implement, and maintain business continuity plans

The ideal candidate for the Assistant Manager - Risk & Compliance role will bring a wealth of experience, having worked in a similar capacity for at least 7-9 years. You will have a strong background in risk management, internal audit projects, or process management, preferably within the construction or heavy equipment industry. Your understanding of corporate governance rules and regulations will be crucial in this role. Additionally, your knowledge of Risk Management, Business Continuity, Compliance, Process or Control Improvement will give you an edge. Your high levels of business acumen, strategic and operational experience, excellent communication skills, and ability to influence stakeholders will be key to your success in this role.

• Possess a Business degree with minimum 7-9 years working experience
• Experience in relevant business function/risk management/internal audit projects/process management especially in construction or heavy equipment industry
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance rules and regulations
• Understanding of Risk Management, Business Continuity, Compliance, Process or Control Improvement is advantageous
• High levels of business acumen with strategic and operational experience
• Ability to influence stakeholders and build relationships
• Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate complex concepts in compliance and risk management
• Excellent analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Strong drive and results-oriented individual with the ability to work independently and collaborativel