Risk Manager (potential future Head of Risk)

This position is for an attentive and diligent Risk Manager who will be responsible for localizing the risk department in an effort to onshore the risk operations form overseas to the Tokyo Office. The successful candidate, would potentially become a board member and a future Head of Risk

Client Details

The organization is an international Financial Institution . With a growing team of professionals, the company is committed to ensuring sound financial practices and adhering to all regulatory requirements and therefore is looking to strengthen the local risk and governance frameworks.

Description

• Identify and analyze potential risks threatening the company's profitability or existence.
• Develop and implement risk management policies and procedures.
• Work in collaboration with other departments to minimize risk factors.
• Prepare risk assessment reports for the senior management.
• Ensure compliance with the latest regulatory requirements.
• Provide training to staff about risk management strategies and practices.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audits.
• Stay updated with market trends and developments influencing potential risks.

Job Offer

• Exposure to a multicultural work environment.
• Opportunity to expand your career through a unique opportunity as this will be the first local Risk Staff in Tokyo

We welcome all eligible candidates to apply and look forward to discussing how this opportunity could align with your personal priorities.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Carl Iso +818046764473.

A successful Risk Manager should have:

• Risk Management Experience within a Financial Institution
• Strong understanding of financial products like equities (cash and margin finance), bonds, derivatives, and futures.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Japanese to coordinate with various departments.
• A high level of integrity and professional ethics.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including SQL, VBA, C#, MS Excel, and Bloomberg (preferred).