Senior Risks Manager, Risks & Controls, (Permanent) M/FBusiness typeTypes of Jobs - Operations
Complementary business typesTypes of Jobs - Risk Management / Control
Job titleSenior Risks Manager, Risks & Controls, (Permanent) M/F
Contract typePermanent Contract
01/03/2025
Job summaryWhat is the opportunity?
CACEIS Malaysia has been a cornerstone of asset servicing since 2008, evolving into a trusted hub of operational excellence within the global CACEIS network.
Strategically located in IOI City, Putrajaya, the company employs over 1,200 skilled professionals, providing a broad spectrum of services to institutional clients across Europe.
These services include Custody & Cash Clearing, Fund Administration, Fund Distribution, Master Data Services, Market Solutions, Group Invoicing, Reconciliations and Private Equity & Real Estate Solutions.
The dedicated team in Malaysia is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that empower clients to thrive in a dynamic and competitive financial landscape.The Risks & Controls team works across 1LoD business units and provides management with an informed opinion on the effectiveness of controls they operate to mitigate material risks.The Risks & Controls Team is a global function responsible for:
Executing the Enterprise Operations Risk Management (EORM) Framework limited to specific programs in order to determine and report an independent point of view of the "Operational Risk Profile" and escalate issues as required.
Challenging the business on their understanding of the risks and adequacy of the controls, inclusive of proactive risk management.
Reviewing and providing assurance that the Operational Risk management practices in their respective businesses are effective, meet CACEIS's enterprise level requirements, and are followed consistently across the business.
Consulting and advising on the design of risk management practices within the Business to effectively identify and mitigate operational risks.
Performing root cause deep dives on Operational Risk Events, identifying process and control gaps, validating action plan proposals for risk mitigation and action plan governance.
Governing the 1LOD framework of process review and control testing to ensure the team delivers the mandate in line with quality and timeline, challenging and identifying areas of improvement on assessment quality and verifying the appropriateness of action plans to be in line with Group's direction.
This role will be responsible for driving data analytics from the capacity of Risks & Controls by retrieving various data sources and analyzing the data using statistical techniques to find opportunities for process optimizations, process efficiency, cost savings and risk reduction.As the Senior Risks Manager, you will analyze, challenge and report an independent point of view resulting in an independent opinion on the Operational Risk profile of assigned risk activities and challenging the Business on their understanding of their risk profile and the status and adequacy of the controls.
Supplementary InformationWhat's in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper.
We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance-based bonuses, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation.
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
A world-class training program in financial services.
A collaborative dynamic culture where personal initiative and hard work are recognized and rewarded.
Geographical areaAsia, Malaysia
CityBachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Relevant university degree preferably finance or business related.
Level of minimal experience6-10 years
ExperiencePreferably 8-10 years' experience in the financial industry; or
Preferably 6-8 years relevant risk experience.
Comprehensive business knowledge – structure, processes, procedures and technology.
Required skillsWhat do you need to succeed?
Must-have
Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate results and recommendations to senior management in a concise manner.
Executing Operational Risk Framework, Risk & Control Self Assessments, thematic reviews, control testing, risk reporting, event and root cause analysis.
Superior interpersonal and networking skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across jurisdictional, functional and cultural boundaries.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
Able to navigate large organizations and build collaborative relationships; Proven ability to engage and manage stakeholders in a complex environment.
Problem-solving skills.
Risk Monitoring and Reporting.
Risk Control and Mitigation.
Facilitation Skills.
Communication management & plans.
Technical skills requiredNice-to-have
Risk qualification preferred but not essential.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Highly self-motivated with strong sense of initiative.
Well-developed analytical skills.
Dealing with Ambiguity – Take effective action with limited information.
Applies business understanding to make sound decisions.
Collaboration – Understands the roles of teams and how they need to work together.
Superior impact and influence skills to work at the senior management level with proven track record of building strong relationships.
Experience in managing a high performing team.
General informationCACEIS is the asset servicing banking group of Crédit Agricole and Santander dedicated to asset managers, insurance companies, pension funds, banks, private equity and real estate funds, brokers and corporate clients.Through offices across Europe, North and South America, and Asia, CACEIS offers a broad range of services covering execution, clearing, forex, securities lending, custody, depositary and fund administration, fund distribution support, middle office outsourcing, issuer services and transfer agent.With 7,000 employees and a large client base, CACEIS is a European leader in asset servicing and one of the major players worldwide.By working every day in the interest of society, we are a group committed to diversity and inclusion.
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