Senior Manager - Financial Risk Management

PwC South Africa; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC Malaysia is seeking a Senior Manager for the Financial Risk Management (FRM) team in Assurance. You will lead risk management projects spanning credit, market, operational and liquidity risk, leveraging advanced analytics and tools to deliver insights for clients across industries.

You will manage a team of associates, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development while staying current with regulatory changes and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Strong educational background in Accounting & Finance, Economics or related fields.
• Professional certifications FRM and CFA (or pursuing) are advantageous.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of financial risk management projects in line with client objectives and regulations.
• Provide strategic advisory using advanced analytics and tools; build client relationships.
• Manage and mentor a team of associates and seniors, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Coordinate multiple projects, ensure timely delivery, and manage budgets and resources.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes to enhance knowledge and skills.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Leadership

Excel

VBA

Communication

Education

Accounting & Finance

Economics

Actuarial Science

Tools

SAS

Python

R

Job description

Line of Service Assurance Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Business Recovery Services Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary

As a member of our FRM team, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, providing tailored risk management solutions to businesses across various industries. Our services encompass credit, market, operational, liquidity and capital assessment and management. Additionally, you will delve into specialized areas such as Financial Modelling, Basel compliance, ICAAP, Finance and Treasury management, Hedge Accounting and Valuation of Financial Instruments, offering comprehensive support to both internal and external stakeholder within the firm. You will leverage deep industry knowledge, advanced analytics and tools to deliver actionable insights and innovative solutions that enhance our clients' risk management frameworks and processes. At PwC Malaysia, we offer an environment that fosters professional growth, continuous learning, and the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. By joining our FRM team, you will play a crucial role in helping organizations navigate the complexities of the financial landscape, developing policy, processes, and tools, improve their risk resilience, and achieve sustainable growth. Take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in the world of financial risk management with PwC Malaysia.

As a Senior Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.

PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to

• Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.
• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.
• Build and maintain an internal and external network.
• Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
• Build valuable relationships with external clients and internal peers
• Stay abreast of innovative client insights and support the leadership team to perform business development

Leadership and Strategy

Lead the planning and execution of financial risk management projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and regulatory requirements.

Client Management

Provide strategic advisory services utilizing advanced analytics and tools. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor. Stay abreast of innovative client insights

Team Management

Manage and mentor a team of associates and senior, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Provide guidance and support in their professional development.

Project Management

Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality services. Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.

Learning and Development

Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulatory changes to continuously enhance your knowledge and skills. Stay informed about changes in regulatory frameworks and advise clients on implications.

Reporting and Documentation

Prepare and review detailed reports, presentations, and documentation for clients and internal stakeholders. Communicate complex risk concepts clearly and effectively.

Business Development

Support leadership team to perform business development, identify opportunities for expanding PwC's risk management services. Contribute to business development initiatives, including proposal writing and client pitches.

Skills, experience and attributes

• Strong educational background in a related field e.g. Accounting & Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Statistics and Mathematics etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Possess good leadership skills and strong drive to excel professionally
• Resourceful with experience working in team-oriented and fast-paced environments.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and VBA.
• Professional certifications (or currently undergoing) in FRM and CFA or any other related professional certifications will be added advantage
• Relevant experience in any of the following areas: Financial Modelling - Model Development, Validation for IFRS/MFRS 9 ECL, Scorecards, Climate risks modelling
• Risk and regulatory - Capital Management, Basel II / III, ICAAP, Stress Testing, FTP and RAROC
• Finance and Treasury - Treasury Management, Hedge Accounting and Valuations
• Familiarity with SAS, Python and R programming language will be added advantage

Optional Skills

• Accepting Feedback
• Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards
• Accounting Policies
• Active Listening
• AI Fluency
• AI-Human Collaboration
• Analytical Thinking
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform
• Auditing
• Auditing Methodologies
• Client Management
• Coaching and Feedback
• Communication
• Compliance Auditing
• Complying With Regulations
• Creativity
• Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Data Ingestion
• Data Modeling
• Data Quality
• Data Security
• Data Transformation
• Data Visualization
• Digital Tooling

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

No

Government Clearance Required

No

Job Posting End Date

No

Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We'll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.