Section Head, Operational and Tech Risk

RHB Bank Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore seeks an experienced Section Head for Operations Risk & Technology Risk Management. In this pivotal leadership role, you will ensure compliance with local regulations and drive risk governance initiatives. Ideal candidates have over 15 years of experience in risk management, a strong understanding of regulatory requirements, and demonstrated leadership skills. Competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in risk management within the financial services industry.
• Deep expertise in operational and technology risk, with a strong grasp of regulatory requirements in Singapore.
• Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and driving risk governance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic support to the Head of Risk Management in managing operational and technology risks.
• Implement Group Risk Management policies tailored to the Singapore regulatory landscape.
• Ensure compliance with MAS and BNM regulations across risk domains.

Skills

Operational Risk Management

Technology Risk Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned and strategic Section Head to lead our Operations Risk & Technology Risk Management function at RHB Singapore Branch. This role is pivotal in ensuring robust risk governance across operational, outsourcing, business continuity, and technology domains. You will play a key role in aligning local practices with Group Risk Management frameworks while ensuring compliance with MAS and BNM regulations. This is a leadership position that requires a proactive mindset, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to drive risk-based process optimization.

What you will be doing

• Provide strategic support to the Head of Risk Management, Singapore, in managing operational and technology risks through process optimization and technology enablement
• Implement Group Risk Management policies and tailor risk frameworks to suit the Singapore regulatory landscape
• Ensure full compliance with MAS and BNM regulations across operational risk, outsourcing, business continuity, and technology risk domains
• Lead and supervise the team in policy development, governance reviews, and regulatory reporting
• Monitor internal and external changes to identify risk gaps and recommend mitigation strategies
• Oversee incident reporting, investigations, and escalation of material events to Group Operational Risk Management
• Guide Business Risk Control Officers (BRCOs) in maintaining effective internal controls and incident management
• Drive the governance and implementation of outsourcing frameworks and liaise with Head Office on policy alignment
• Ensure business continuity readiness and act as Regional BCM Commander or Alternate Crisis Management Commander when required
• Provide independent assessments of technology and cyber risk controls, and partner with IT to close identified gaps
• Observe and support disaster recovery and cyber incident response exercises
• Foster a culture of compliance and collaboration across departments
• Mentor and develop team members to ensure high performance and professional growth

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Minimum 15 years of experience in risk management within the financial services industry
• Deep expertise in operational and technology risk, with a strong grasp of regulatory requirements in Singapore
• Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and driving risk governance initiatives
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to think strategically and implement practical risk solutions

What we offer

At RHB Banking Group, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to reach their full potential. We offer competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development and career growth. Our wellness initiatives and flexible work arrangements also support a healthy work‑life balance. If you're ready to be a part of our transformative journey, we encourage you to apply now.