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Our client, a well-established investment management organization, is seeking a Director, Risk & Audit to join their growing team. Reporting to senior leadership, this individual will be responsible for overseeing operational risk, internal audit, and compliance initiatives across the organization while driving a strong controls environment and risk culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and enhancement of operational risk, internal audit, and compliance frameworks across the organization.
- Assess internal controls, identify risk exposures, and recommend practical improvements.
- Oversee governance processes related to business operations, approvals, and control activities.
- Partner with business leaders across investment, operations, finance, and compliance functions to strengthen risk awareness and accountability.
- Deliver reporting and presentations to executive leadership on key risks, audit findings, and compliance matters.
- Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends to ensure ongoing compliance and best practices.
Must Haves
- Fluent in both English and Mandarin
- 12+ years of experience in operational risk, internal audit, compliance, or risk management within a financial institution, asset management firm, investment firm, bank, or consulting environment.
- Demonstrated experience building and enhancing enterprise-wide control and governance frameworks.
- Strong understanding of operational risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience presenting to executive leadership and influencing stakeholders across functions.
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to lead initiatives independently in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA, CFA, CIA, FRM, or similar designation.
- Exposure to trading operations, investment operations, settlements, treasury, or fund administration.
