Risk and Controls Associate - Financial Risk and Special Projects

SPX PHILIPPINES INC.; Manila; On-site; PHP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SPX Philippines Inc. is seeking a seasoned Risk Management professional to work with a manager and cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate critical risks while staying compliant and efficient.

You will review processes, strengthen controls, run risk initiatives, and support crisis and incident management to protect operations and the company's reputation. The role requires 5–7 years in analytical roles, with experience in project or internal audit, and proficiency in data analysis and

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in analytical or problem-solving roles in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in project & stakeholder management, strategy or internal audit.
• Experience in process review or risk-related functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support high-impact risk projects balancing compliance and business priorities.
• Conduct audits of high-risk processes and drive control improvements.
• Partner with teams during non-BAU situations to minimize risk and ensure continuity.
• Screen new initiatives to ensure risk mitigation plans are in place.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management/Industrial Engineering/Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Data visualization tools

Job description

The Compliance and Risk Management team ensures that Shopee complies with applicable regulations and is primed for success with the right checks and balances while safeguarding the interests of our stakeholders in an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem. The team manages potential risks to the company's operations and reputation through risk assessments, internal fraud control, employee training as well as the implementation of information technology policy and cyber security tools.

About the Team:

The Risk Team safeguards the organization’s growth by proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across the business.

We enable sustainable expansion by ensuring regulatory compliance, strengthening internal fraud controls, and leading high-impact risk initiatives that protect operations and reputation.

Job Description:

In this role, you'll work closely with a manager and cross-functional teams to manage critical risks and help the business navigate uncertainty while staying compliant and efficient.

You will also lead the regular assessment of processes and policies to strengthen the overall control environment, drive initiatives to reduce unnecessary costs and prevent unwanted leakages that result in financial losses.

What You'll Do

• Project Management: Lead or support high-impact projects that balance compliance, operational risks, and business priorities.
• Process Review: Conduct audits on high-risk processes, assess adequacy and effectiveness of controls, and lead implementation of improvements to mitigate operational and financial risks
• Crisis & Incident Management: Partner with teams during non-BAU situations to minimize risk and ensure business continuity.
• Initiative Review: Screen new business initiatives and ensure appropriate mitigation plans are in place for identified risks.

Requirements:

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred: Management or Industrial Engineering, Finance / Accounting or Business disciplines)
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in analytical or problem-solving roles within fast-paced environments
• Experience in at least one of the following: Project & Stakeholder Management, Strategy and Special Projects, Internal Audit or Process Review
• Preferred but not required: Background in e-commerce, logistics, or management consulting

Key Skills & Traits

• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Proficient in collecting and analyzing complex data to generate actionable insights.
• Strong project management skills with proven experience in leading cross-functional and company-wide initiatives.
• Comfortable working with tight deadlines and shifting priorities, while upholding confidentiality and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills- both verbal and written
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets to process and analyze data