A leading Payment Service Provider is working with GRS to recruit an experienced Risk Manager / Head of Risk to build and create their Risk function in Malta. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable brand in a senior role and provide guidance to the Board in mitigating possible risks the company may face. The role is multi-faceted and will cover both operational and regulatory risk. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience in a Risk role within a Payment Service Provider or Bank and, have been approved by the MFSA for Risk. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience, then GRS look forward to receiving your CV for this Risk Manager / Head of Risk role based in Malta.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Asses the operational processes in place and suggest recommended improvements to mitigate risk exposure
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Gain and maintain an aggregated view of the risk profile of the Company, both at legal entity level and across the Group
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Create policies and procedures relating to Risk
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Develop and maintain the Company’s Risk framework
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Compile and maintain the Risk Management function
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Build & maintain the Risk register
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Train other staff members on Risk
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Conduct regular stress testing scenario analysis
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Provide regular reports to senior management on the Company’s risk status
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Document changes in the Company’s RMS and report to the Board, ensuring the framework is maintained and improved
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance or Risk Management
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5 years of experience in risk management, preferably in the Payments sector
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Approved by the MFSA for Risk
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Working knowledge of risk management regulatory requirements, best practice and MFSA regulations
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Sufficient knowledge, skills and experience in relation to risk management techniques and procedures, and markets and products in both Payments and Banking
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Able to analyze and understand trends and recognize new or emerging risks and risk increases arising from changing circumstances and conditions
COMPANY BENEFITS
Due to the high volume of applications we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Michelle Cooper, michellec@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call
+356 27780664 for further information.