• Application Deadline:
• Position: Risk Management Analyst


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 3 - 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and report risks in accordance with the company’s governance framework and policy guidelines


• Monitor and evaluate the company’s performance in the application of risk in its decision-making process and propose continuous improvements


• Contribute effectively to the embedding of risks within the company by actively participating in targeted firm-wide training and awareness sessions on an on-going basis


• Contribute effectively to the management of financial and non-financial risks across the company


• Ensure the compliance of risk appetite and portfolio limits and contribute to the effective management of exposures that adversely impact the company’s balance sheet


• Interpret and apply changes in environment to risk operating procedures.


• Support the conduct of policy and compliance audits, which will include liaising with internal and external auditors.

Competencies & Skills Requirements

• Strong understanding of Enterprise Risk management concepts


• Strong knowledge on portfolio risk management techniques, e.g. key risk metrics for players in the financial markets, capital management, database management, risk analysis etc.


• Strong understanding of development and trends in both international and African financial sectors, as well as regulations and trends within these markets


• Strong experience in the analysis of business metrics and the formulation of Key Risk and Performance Indicators


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Attention to detail.


• Strong computer and research skills; knowledge of analysis software is preferred

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Legal (Master’s Degree is an additional advantage)


• Relevant local or international certifications in Risk management


• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant work experience preferably in the financial services sector