Head, Transaction Risk

4 days ago

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Randstad Malaysia Full time

Job Title: Head of Transaction Risk
Location: Malaysia
Department: Risk Management
Reports to: Chief Risk and Compliance Officer (CRICO)

Job Purpose:
The Head of Transaction Risk is responsible for leading the assessment and management of investment and transaction risks for the Group. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations of the risk team, which supports Investment and Asset Management (IAM). The incumbent will strategize and drive the implementation of the Group's investment and fund management risk framework, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Risk Management Framework:

Assist CRICO in managing risks related to Investment, Fund, and Retail activities.Review, recommend, and enhance IAM's risk management roadmap, policies, and methodologies.Ensure an effective governance structure to manage risk at IAM Business Units.Coordinate IAM and Group Risk Management efforts effectively.Provide ongoing education, briefings, and training to management.Enhance risk training programs for Risk Champions and operational teams.Develop, review, and refine the Group's risk appetite and measurement standards.Embed risk management into business processes and transactions to ensure they align with the approved risk appetite. Risk Assessment Activities: Design and improve processes for timely risk identification within IAM and other relevant areas.Continuously identify and analyze potential risks to the Group's assets and earning capacity.Lead risk workshops and identification programs.Serve as the subject matter expert for investment, fund, and related risks.Ensure mitigation activities for new risks are integrated into operational processes. Risk Updates: Ensure risk registers are updated and signed off quarterly or as needed.Conduct high-level reviews of threats in line with the Group's Strategy Blueprint.Review risk assessments for major proposals and investments.Provide independent views on key risk matters to CRICO, Senior Management, and the Board.Timely escalate risk matters or disputes to CRICO and GMD. Risk Monitoring: Drive and manage the risk monitoring process for IAM and Strategy teams.Review validations conducted by the risk team on key risks and mitigating strategies.Prepare and review independent GRM validation reports for CRICO approval. Risk Reporting: Review and finalize Group Risk reports and risk analyses for submission to various committees and the Board.Ensure compliance with risk reporting timelines by operational and functional teams. Business Continuity Management (BCM): Coordinate the development and enhancement of Business Continuity Planning (BCP) for IAM.Liaise with Senior Management on the ongoing effectiveness of BCP. Risk Administration/Operations: Lead and manage the Risk team to deliver on mandates and KPIs.Develop and implement the annual risk plan.Provide regular updates to CRICO on the status of risk management activities.Assist in the development of GRM's annual budget and manage deviations.Ensure team members are well-trained, certified, and perform their tasks objectively and independently.Support Group Compliance Office in executing the Risk and Compliance Annual Plan and Programmes. Other Functions: Assist in establishing and maintaining GRM communication tools and methodologies.Provide advisory services to departments to improve their risk management capabilities.Develop and drive the implementation of risk management tools and systems.Establish clear working relationships with operational teams to avoid overlaps in managing risks. Impact and Accountability: Deliver the Group's Risk Strategy and Annual Plans.Achieve GRM's set targets and deliverables.Ensure work meets or exceeds risk standards and methodologies.Aid the Enterprise and Operational Risk team in achieving overall Risk and Compliance targets.Maintain high ethical conduct, independence, and confidentiality. Education/Professional Qualifications: Professional Degree/Certificate, Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Degree.Education related to Investment, Fund Management, and Risk Governance is advantageous. Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years in Investment and Fund Management.At least 3 years in a senior position (VPII or VP1).Experience in real estate and risk-related roles is advantageous.A minimum of 8 years of overall work experience. Skill Sets: Strong business acumen and financial knowledge.Excellent communication skills (oral and written).Strategic thinking and strong analytical skills.Adaptability and problem-solving abilities.Leadership and people management skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.If you are keen on this role, do apply via this link or reach out to bryant at
skills no additional skills required
qualifications no additional qualifications required
education Bachelor Degree

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