Assist with the development of the firm’s compliance processes and procedures to ensure adherence with global policies.
Assist with reviews of Line of Service risk management and independence processes
Provide support to the Country Risk and Quality Associate Director and Manager on all Risk, Independence and Quality matters.
Liaise with key stakeholders in implementing and monitoring all risk management standards. This includes all processes and procedures relating to all the Risk Management Standards.
Maintain a repository of information for Risk Management methodology and best practice.
Carry out business relationship checks as and when required.
Manage the Annual Compliance Confirmation and local additional Independence Confirmation process and produce progress reports.
Support the roll-out of globally mandated risk management training locally and monitor completion.
Provide support for the firm’s Business Continuity Management programme.
Provide support for the firms Information Security Management programme.
Assist in drafting and monitoring progress against annual Risk and Quality action plans.
Assist with the production of monthly, quarterly and annual compliance reports and other ad hoc reporting as required.
Monitor and update on a regular basis the firm’s Network Standards and Risk Management Standards documentation databases.
Support the client verification process as part of the firm’s client acceptance procedures.
Participate in the testing of compliance with the risk management standards and Network Standards.
Preferred skills
Proven ability to facilitate classroom-based training.
Good working knowledge of IT systems
High level of tact and diplomacy and the ability to communicate persuasively.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
Proven administrative experience and excellent organizational skills combined with the ability to develop improve and maintain administrative systems
Good project management skills and the ability to think proactively.
Ability to build effective working relationships with others – at all levels of the organization
Ability to organize multi-task, prioritize and delegate appropriately.
Proven ability to deliver results on time when under pressure.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and team-handling skills
Experience of working independently, as well as in a team environment.
Minimum years experience required
A degree in business management, or a related field from a recognized institution
At least three years’ experience in a related business environment.
Understanding of importance of Risk Management, experience within a professional services firm in a similar role is desirable.
