Operational Risk Specialist

BEATHCHAPMAN (PTE. LTD.); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global commodities trading firm in Singapore is seeking an Operational Risk Specialist on a one-year contract. The role focuses on operational risk management, requiring strong experience in risk assessments, process enhancement, and governance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least three years in an operational risk role, ideally within commodities trading. The position involves designing workflows, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring effective control frameworks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in an Operational Risk role, preferably in Commodities Trading.
• Strong understanding of operational risk frameworks and internal controls.
• Familiarity with trade lifecycle and operational controls like AML and KYC.

Responsibilities

• Design and document business workflows to enhance operational governance.
• Conduct operational risk assessments and control evaluations.
• Develop risk frameworks, policies, and procedures per best practices.

Skills

Operational risk management

Process enhancement

Risk assessments

Workflow/process design

Business process mapping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related field

Job description

The Role

We are looking for an Operational Risk Specialist to join a global commodities trading firm in Singapore on a contract basis. This role will focus on operational risk management, internal controls, and process enhancement across trading and corporate functions. This is a one-year contract role.

You will work closely with senior management to ensure robust operational governance, strengthen control frameworks, and enhance operational resilience. The role is ideal for someone with deep experience in end-to-end trading operations, risk assessments, and workflow/process design.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and maintain business workflows and process maps to strengthen operational governance across trading lines
• Conduct operational risk assessments and control evaluations across trade desks and corporate functions
• Identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and operational risks, recommending practical improvements
• Develop operational risk frameworks, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices
• Monitor key risk indicators and elevate emerging risks to senior management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in an Operational Risk role – ideally from Commodities Trading
• Strong understanding of operational risk frameworks, internal controls, and governance standards
• Hands‑on experience with business process mapping, SOPs, RACI matrices, control matrices, and risk & control self‑assessment (RCSA)
• Familiarity with trade lifecycle, post‑trade processes, and operational controls (AML, KYC, sanctions, export control)