Chief Risk Officer

NEPSE Trading; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Job summary

NEPSE Trading is seeking a Chief Risk Officer to lead the development and execution of the enterprise risk management framework across our businesses in the Philippines. You will define risk appetite, oversee regulatory compliance, and drive resilience through robust controls.

You will report to the Executive Team and Board, manage KRIs, lead BCP and crisis management, coordinate with internal and external auditors, and foster a risk-aware culture across units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (FRM, CRM, PRM, CRISC) are highly advantageous; a Masters degree is a plus.
• At least 4 years of leadership experience in risk management, internal audit, or compliance.
• Strong track record in enterprise risk management, governance, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present risk insights to senior stakeholders and the Board.
• Experience in highly regulated industries (aviation, logistics, financial services, energy, telco, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and enhancement of the Enterprise Risk Management framework.
• Define and communicate the companys risk appetite and tolerance levels across all major business segments.
• Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks across strategic, operational, financial, compliance, tech (cyber), and reputational areas.
• Establish and track KRIs and provide regular reporting to the Executive Team and the Board Risk Committee.
• Drive business continuity planning (BCP) and crisis management frameworks to ensure resilience.
• Oversee compliance with local and international laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with business units to embed a risk-aware culture; coordinate with auditors and regulators.

Skills

Risk management

Governance

Internal controls

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management / Finance / Business Administration / Law

FRM

CRM

PRM

CRISC

Masters degree

Job description

## About the roleWe are seeking a highly experienced Chief Risk Officer to join our leadership team. This role will be instrumental in shaping and executing the organizations enterprise-wide risk management framework to ensure resilience, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth across diverse business operations.### ResponsibilitiesLead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework. Define and communicate the companys risk appetite and tolerance levels across all major business segments. Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks, including strategic, operational, financial, compliance, technological (cyber), and reputational.Establish and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), providing regular reporting to the Executive Team and the Board Risk Committee. Drive business continuity planning (BCP) and crisis management frameworks to ensure organizational resilience. Oversee compliance with local and international laws, regulations, and industry standards.Collaborate with business units to embed a strong risk-aware culture throughout the organization. Coordinate with internal/external auditors and regulatory agencies on all risk-related matters. Provide strategic risk insights on new projects, acquisitions, and business expansion initiatives.Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. Professional certifications (FRM, CRM, PRM, CRISC) are highly advantageous; a Masters degree is a plus. At least 4 years of leadership experience in risk management, internal audit, or compliance.Strong track record in enterprise risk management, governance, and internal controls. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present risk insights to senior stakeholders and the Board. Experience in highly regulated industries (aviation, logistics, financial services, energy, telco, etc.) preferred.Work with a company committed to innovation, resilience, and long-term growth. Originally posted on Himalayas## Required skillsChief Risk OfficerRisk ManagerRisk DirectorCompliance OfficerEnterprise Risk ManagerChief Risk And Compliance OfficerDirector of RiskHead Of RiskRisk OfficerDirector Of Risk ManagementSenior Vice President Of Risk ManagementHead Of Risk ManagementawsLocation: Philippines