Director - Risk Advisory & Assurance (Grp Wholesale Banking, CDA, Subsi & IO)

Drive and manage robust and consistent strategy and implementation of Operational Risk Management through application and preservation of Framework and Policy & Procedures (P&P) to ensure Operational Risk risks undertaken at Group Wholesale Banking, CDA, Subsidiaries & International Offices (IO) are within the objectives and approved risk appetites of the Group.

Job Responsibilities

• To drive and manage to ensure effective implementation of Operational Risk Management (ORM) Framework and P&P as a second line of defence (2LOD) function to support the objectives of CIMB Group;
• To strategically influence, guide and provide advisory on implementation and awareness of operational risk management and relevant control environment in Group Wholesale Banking, CDA, Subsidiaries & International Offices (IO) consistently and effectively to be in line with the Group’s objectives and approved risk appetites of the Group;
• To perform and manage 2LOD evaluation/assessment on new products/initiatives/projects or process related to Group Wholesale Banking, CDA, Subsidiaries & International Offices (IO);
• To drive and manage development and deployment/implementation of ad-hoc risk analysis, deep dive investigations, control testing, and other specific risk initiatives related to Group Wholesale Banking, CDA, Subsidiaries & International Offices (IO);
• To keep abreast of market and regulatory requirements related to non-financial risk management;
• To act as the central liaison and coordinator for issues/queries related to Group Wholesale Banking, CDA, Subsidiaries & International Offices (IO) by collaborating with other teams within NFRM and Group Risk;
• To lead, inspire and inculcate the EPICC Culture within the department to be in line with the Group’s cultural objectives.
• Scope of Group Wholesale Banking including CIMB Investment Bank, CIMB Securities and Private Banking. CDA coverage includes Touch n Go, CIMB Philippines and CIMB Vietnam

Job Requirements

• Degree holder and/or Professional qualification in the relevant discipline (Accounting/Finance/Business/Economics/Financial Engineering)
• Preference for professional or post graduate qualifications e.g. Chartered Accountant, CFA, GARP, MBA will be an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years work experience of similar capacity with exposure in relevant first line of defence experience and knowledge in regulatory reporting, operations and/or auditing of FI
• Strong strategic, judgement and integrative thinking skills, deep risk management knowledge, as well as good organizational, communication and influencing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Demonstrate managerial, leadership and facilitation skills
• Credible advisor – thorough understanding of operational risk tools as well as industry and regulatory standards e.g. Basel
• Collaborative partner – ability to communicate effectively, clearly and concisely at all levels (internally and externally)
• Proficient presentational skills

**Only shortlisted candidates will be notified