Operational Risk / ERMF Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Operational Risk / ERMF Specialist to support the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the firm's Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF). This role will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across regional and global teams to strengthen risk governance, perform risk assessments, monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and support operational risk initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced financial services or digital assets environment.

Responsibilities:

Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) & Governance

• Support the development and enhancement of enterprise risk management policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Prepare and maintain risk awareness and training materials to promote a strong risk culture across the organization.
• Assist in maintaining effective risk governance by supporting the establishment and monitoring of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Support the preparation of risk reports and materials for senior management and Board Committees.
• Partner with Risk Champions and Risk Owners across the First Line of Defense to provide guidance and consolidate business unit risk reporting.

Country Risk Management (CRM)

• Consolidate operational risk incidents across regional entities and perform trend analysis and thematic reviews to identify emerging risks.
• Support regional teams in establishing and maintaining KRIs aligned with the firm's risk governance framework.
• Assist the central risk function in maintaining effective oversight of regional risk management activities.

Product Risk Management (PRM)

• Support product risk assessments by partnering with Product and Risk Owners to identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks across crypto and digital asset products.
• Validate the effectiveness of controls identified during product risk assessments and monitor timely implementation of remediation actions.
• Conduct risk assessments for new products, services, and business initiatives.

Functional Risk Management (FRM)

• Support the development and maintenance of KRI matrices across global and regional risk functions.
• Assist Risk Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in establishing KRIs aligned with the enterprise risk framework.
• Enable the central risk team to maintain ongoing oversight across multiple risk pillars and functions.

Operational Risk Initiatives

• Support Operational Risk programmes including, but not limited to:
  • Third-Party Risk Management
  • Incident Management
  • Business Continuity Planning (BCP)
• Prepare risk dashboards, management reports, and risk analytics to facilitate effective management oversight.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and perform ad hoc assignments as required.

Requirements:

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management, Audit, Advisory, Financial Services, or Product Risk Management.
• Experience in the financial services, fintech, or digital assets/cryptocurrency industry is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) platforms and database management systems is an advantage.
• Strong project management and execution capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) implementation and governance.
• Familiarity with operational risk methodologies, including Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), incident management, and risk reporting.
• Exposure to regulatory expectations within financial institutions, fintech, or digital asset businesses.
• Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, CRISC, CIA, or equivalent are advantageous.