Manager / Assistant Manager, Risk Management

MANULIFE (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Singapore is seeking an Operational Risk Management professional to support various risk management processes. You will collaborate with business units to manage operational risk exposures and ensure compliance with standards. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in compliance or operations within insurance, possess a strong understanding of risk management practices, and are adept at building relationships and solving problems. The role offers a flexible and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible environment

Opportunities for career growth

Focus on inclusion

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in a compliance/operations role in an insurance company.
• Well-developed financial acumen and business orientation.
• Understanding of products in Singapore and knowledge of capital market instruments.
• Familiarity with IT Security frameworks and Cybersecurity best practices.
• Willingness to learn new skillsets and manage both financial and non-financial risks.
• Strong relationship building skills with local management and regional leaders.
• Creative problem solving and ability to motivate others.
• Ability to multi-task and perform well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Risk Officer in risk management processes.
• Ensure compliance with Operational risk management activities.
• Provide local support for Singapore risk committees.
• Collaborate with business units on operational risk exposures.
• Manage IT Security and Cybersecurity risk assessments.
• Support Business Continuity Management activities.
• Administer communication initiatives for a risk-aware culture.

Skills

Enterprise Risk Management

Outsourcing

Cyber Security

Problem Solving

Risk Management

Operational Risk Management

IT Risk Management

Business Continuity Management

Operational Risk

Governance policies

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

Manulife Risk Management Team is looking for a self‑motivated Operational Risk Management professional, who is obsessed with delivering value, is forward‑thinking, and excited to provide hands‑on development of risk models involving market, operational risk, assure controls are operating effectively, and provide research and analytical support.

Position Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Risk Officer in the maintenance and update of risk management policies, processes and systems to ensure that Manulife Singapore operates within MFC’s Enterprise Risk Management framework and all global risk policies.
• Support AVP, Operational Risk Management to ensure that all Operational risk management activities such as Incident Reporting, Outsourcing, conduct of risk culture surveys and network analysis are aligned and in compliance with our policy and standards.
• Provide local support for the Singapore risk committees by playing an active role in setting agenda, and ensuring all material risk positions, risk policies, risk taking and risk mitigation activities are reviewed by the committee, and remedial plans are developed when risk exposures are outside or are approaching risk tolerances, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with business units to identify, measure and report on MLS’ operational risk exposures and to ensure risks are managed within risk tolerances.
• Manage IT Security and Cybersecurity risk assessments, ensuring compliance with global security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support Business Continuity Management (BCM) by coordinating resilience planning, conducting periodic tests, and ensuring readiness for operational disruptions.
• Administer communication and education initiatives to foster a risk‑aware culture in the company.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years in compliance / operations role in an insurance company.
• Well‑developed financial acumen and business orientation
• Understanding of products developed and marketed in Singapore, and working knowledge of capital market instruments available in Singapore and risk mitigation / hedging techniques.
• Familiarity with IT Security frameworks, Cybersecurity best practices, and BCM principles.
• Willingness to learn new skillsets and support both financial and non‑financial risks.
• Strong relationship building skills to build effective working relationships with local management and regional leaders.
• Creative problem solving and the ability to motivate others to implement new solutions.
• Ability to multi‑task and perform well under pressure.

When you join our team

We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.

As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

Tell employers what skills you have

• Enterprise Risk Management
• Outsourcing
• Cyber Security
• Problem Solving
• Risk Management
• Operational Risk Management
• IT Risk Management
• Business Continuity Management
• Operational Risk
• governance policies