General Manager, Risk Management

TalentWork; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foreign bank in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a seasoned Risk Management professional to oversee and enhance their risk management framework and governance processes. The ideal candidate will manage compliance with internal regulations, lead critical discussions, and ensure effective stakeholder relationships. Candidates should possess over 15 years in risk management and possess strong knowledge of credit and risk frameworks. This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in a well-recognized institution.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of management experience in risk management and people management.
• Sound knowledge of credit and risk management through industry work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise the bank's risk management framework.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal requirements.
• Lead discussions to resolve risk-related issues.

Skills

Risk management expertise

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Human capital management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Postgraduate education in a related field

Job description

Company Overview

Our Client is a leading foreign bank in Malaysia, globally recognized in the financial industry. We are seeking a suitably experienced professional in Risk Management to join their Risk Management Department. The ideal candidate will play a lead role in driving the overall risk management and the effectiveness of risk governance framework for the Bank.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and revise the banks risk management framework and strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and statutory requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead discussions to resolve key issues and elevate unresolved matters to senior management.
• Manage conflicts and collaborate on solutions.
• Governance
  • Develop, review, and approve risk management policies and procedures.
  • Continuously improve risk methodologies and controls in alignment with business objectives.
• Assess and advise on risk-related issues to manage the banks exposure.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices.
• Provide value-added recommendations to stakeholders.
• Monitoring & Review
  • Track and report key risk indicators, recommending corrective actions.
  • Conduct thematic risk reviews and analysis based on data.
  • Report findings to senior management and elevate critical issues to the board if necessary.
  • Annually assess the effectiveness of the risk management framework.
• Reporting
  • Present risk-related matters to committees, senior management, and the board.
  • Provide an annual evaluation of risk control and governance effectiveness.
• Human Capital Management
  • Strategic human resource needs for effective risk management.
  • Set and monitor team performance metrics.
  • Oversee talent development, succession planning, and corporate culture.
  • Provide training and technical support on risk management strategies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and postgraduate education in a related field is preferred
• Sound knowledge of credit and risk management through industry work experience, especially in banking and finance.
• 15 years or more of management experience, especially in risk management and people management