Product Development & Operational Risk Officer

BDO Unibank; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Unibank is seeking a Product Development Officer (Operational Risk) in Metro Manila to assess and monitor operational risk, ensure controls are effective, and comply with DP/AML standards.

The role requires coordinating risk tools (RCSA, KRI), BCP initiatives, data privacy measures, and collaboration with business units to sustain continuity and mitigate disruptions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking or Finance or Business Management
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferably in Treasury and/or gained from a bank or financial institution
• Treasury Certification Program (TCP) certification is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Act as point person for implementing operational risk management tools (RCSA, KRI, loss data collection and reporting) within the business / support unit
• Ensure accurate submission of RCSA and KRI documents within communicated deadlines
• Act as point person for the implementation of BCP tools and initiatives (e.g., BIA, write-up plan, test script, test reports) within the business / support unit and for data privacy management initiatives (PIA, PIA gaps monitoring, Contract Inventory) with the DPO as needed

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Risk awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Banking or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Product Development Officer (Operational Risk) is responsible for assessing operational risks and monitoring the effectiveness of controls within various Treasury core business processes, in compliance with regulations, Bank policies, and standards. This includes adherence to data privacy (DP) regulations, anti-money laundering (AML) standards, and conducting periodic assessments. Furthermore, responsible for making sure effective alternative procedures are developed and carried out promptly to maintain business continuity and reduce the effects of possible disruptions.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as point person for the implementation of operational risk management tools and initiatives (e.g., RCSA, KRI, loss data collection and reporting) within the business / support unit
• Ensure accurate and complete submission of RCSA and KRI documents within communicated deadlines
• Acts as point person for the implementation of BCP tools and initiatives (e.g., BIA, Write-up plan, test script, test reports) within the business / support unit
• Acts as point person for the implementation of data privacy management tools and initiatives (e.g., Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), PIA Gaps Monitoring, Contract Inventory) within the business / support unit. Also serves as the contact person of the business / support unit vis‑à‑vis data subjects and the Data Protection Officer (DPO) in all matters concerning data privacy or security issues or concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking or Finance of Business Management; Industrial or Management Engineering
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferably in Treasury and/or gained from a bank or other financial institution
• Treasury Certification Program (TCP) certified is an advantage