Operational Risk (Asset Management) - AD / Director

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Operational Risk professional to support the Asset Management business across Asia. This role sits within the second line of defence and partners closely with investment, operations, compliance, and senior leadership to identify, assess, and manage non-financial risks across portfolios, platforms, and jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

Act as a trusted risk partner to Asset Management business units, providing pragmatic and commercially minded operational risk advice
Support the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the operational risk management framework across APAC
Conduct and oversee risk and control self-assessments (RCSAs), scenario analysis, and control testing activities
Identify, assess, and monitor key operational risks including outsourcing, third-party risk, technology risk, valuation, data, and process risks
Review and challenge incidents, near misses, and emerging risk trends; ensure timely escalation and remediation tracking
Contribute to regulatory engagement, audits, and internal assurance reviews where required
Prepare high-quality risk reporting and insights for senior management, risk committees, and regional stakeholders
Support change initiatives, new product launches, and business growth from an operational risk perspective
Promote a strong risk culture through engagement, training, and clear communication across the business

Requirements

Degree in Finance, Business, Law, or a related discipline; professional risk qualifications are advantageous
8+ years of experience in operational risk, enterprise risk, or non-financial risk roles within asset management, banking, or financial services
Strong understanding of asset management operations, investment lifecycle risks, and fund structures
Familiarity with regulatory expectations across APAC (e.g. MAS, ASIC, HKMA, SFC)
Ability to balance risk discipline with commercial judgement
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including board-level reporting

EA License: 23S1921

EA Reg ID: R2198337

Head of Operational Risk