• Application Deadline:
• Position: Risk Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 - 3 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Risk Management and Compliance 
  
  

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Risk Officer to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate operational, financial, compliance, and business risks across the organization.


• The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening internal controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting business continuity initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and evaluate risks that may impact the organization's operations, finances, reputation, and compliance obligations.


• Develop and implement risk management policies, procedures, and frameworks.


• Monitor internal controls and recommend improvements to mitigate identified risks.


• Conduct periodic risk assessments and prepare risk reports for management review.


• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.


• Collaborate with departments to identify potential risk exposures and implement corrective actions.


• Investigate risk incidents, control breaches, and operational failures, and recommend preventive measures.


• Support internal and external audit activities and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.


• Maintain risk registers and track risk mitigation plans.


• Provide risk awareness training and guidance to employees.


• Monitor emerging risks and industry trends that may affect business operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.


• 2 - 3 years of relevant experience in Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance, Finance, or Internal Control.


• Prior experience in an Audit Firm is highly desirable.


• Experience in Finance and Accounting functions will be an added advantage.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.


• Good understanding of risk management principles, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.


• Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.