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Group Director of Operational Risk

Executive Placements
Whittlesea Full-day Full-time

Description:

Are you a seasoned operational risk expert with a passion for transformation and strategic leadership? A top-tier bank in Kenya is seeking a Group Director, Operational Risk to spearhead the execution of its Group operational risk framework and drive risk resilience across the organization.

About the Role:
Reporting directly to the Chief Risk Officer, this high-impact position will focus on identifying, assessing, managing, and monitoring operational risks, with a strong emphasis on scenario analysis, risk appetite, and capital assessment.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the roll-out and execution of the banks operational risk framework across all business units. Manage and mentor a high-performing operational risk team. Provide strategic insights to the Risk Management Committee to ensure well-informed decision-making. Collaborate closely with senior leadership to enhance the banks risk culture and develop clear, actionable risk dashboards.
Key Requirements:
Experience: 1015 years in risk operations, compliance, or financial risk management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Strong banking experience. Expertise: Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, operational risk management, and corporate governance. Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to develop and implement risk strategies at a Group level, ensuring business continuity and resilience. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with advanced proficiency in Excel. Outstanding stakeholder engagement and influencing skills to drive a proactive risk culture.
How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements, please send your resume DIRECTLY to:
02 Mar 2025;   from: gumtree.co.za

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