Job Description
This is a Remote position.
- Proactively identify potential risks that could impact the organization.
- Create and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks, including contingency planning.
- Regularly monitor risk factors and review the effectiveness of mitigation strategies.
- Report on risk exposure to senior management and the board, providing clear insights and recommendations.
- Develop and maintain crisis management and business continuity plans.
- Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Develop and update company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to regulatory bodies as required by law.
- Provide regular training to employees on compliance-related matters, ensuring they understand and adhere to policies.
- Implement ongoing campaigns to keep compliance and ethical standards top-of-mind across the organization.
- Conduct regular compliance audits and reviews to assess the organization’s adherence to policies and regulations.
- Identify areas of non-compliance and work to correct them promptly, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
- Integrate risk management with compliance activities, ensuring that compliance efforts are prioritized based on risk levels.
- Develop a unified risk and compliance framework that aligns with the organization’s strategic objectives.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure that risk and compliance are embedded in all organizational processes.
- Communicate risk and compliance issues effectively to stakeholders, including senior management, employees, and external partners.
- Prepare regular reports on risk exposure and compliance status for senior management and the board.
- Maintain thorough documentation of all risk and compliance activities, including risk assessments, compliance audits, and incident investigations.
- Act as the primary contact for auditors and regulatory bodies, ensuring all inquiries and inspections are handled efficiently.
- Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and compliance programs, making improvements as necessary.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in risk management and compliance, and implement them within the organization.
- Utilize technology solutions to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of risk and compliance management.
- Promote and enforce the organization’s code of conduct and ethical guidelines.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, law, economics, accounting, or a related field is typically required.
- A master’s degree or MBA, particularly with a focus on finance, risk management, or corporate governance is preferred.
- Professional certifications in compliance, audit or risk is an advantage.
- 3-5 years of experience in risk management, compliance, or a related field within the financial services industry.
- Experience leading teams or managing projects, particularly in compliance, risk assessment, or regulatory implementation.
- Hands-on experience dealing with financial regulations, audits, and regulatory bodies.
- Capacity to align risk management and compliance activities with the organization’s strategic goals.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively.
- Must have access to a computer and reliable internet connection.
Benefits
- Fully remote.
- Modern workplace culture
- Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.