Assistant Manager/Manager, Risk & Governance

About the company
A leading international insurance group with an established presence across Asia, recognized for empowering employees through continuous professional development.

About the job

Designed for a proactive governance professional, this high-visibility position grants comprehensive ownership over operational risk frameworks, regulatory oversight, and enterprise resilience across business operations.

• Oversee regulatory compliance and advisor governance frameworks to maintain seamless adherence to local authority standards.

• Lead operational risk reviews, risk and control self-assessments (RCSA), and business impact analyses for new product launches, digital integrations, and vendor arrangements.

• Drive business continuity and operational resilience exercises, ensuring testing protocols align with regulatory expectations and internal governance standards.

• Manage end-to-end interactions with auditors, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies while steering the timely resolution of audit observations and control deficiencies.

• Deliver strategic risk reporting and executive insights to board-level risk committees, driving continuous improvement in control environments.

About the manager/team
Working directly under an experienced head of function, you will join a progressive and collaborative governance team that offers direct exposure to C-suite stakeholders and cross-departmental strategy.

Skills and experience required

• Solid grasp of local regulatory guidelines, operational risk management tools (RCSA, BCM), and compliance testing methodologies.

• Proven track record in operational risk oversight, compliance reviews, or project governance within the financial services sector.

• Degree in any relevant field, with familiarity or exposure to digital transformation, artificial intelligence, or automation tools considered an advantage.

• Self-motivated team player with an agile mindset, capable of managing multi-stakeholder initiatives and navigating dynamic regulatory landscapes.

• Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities with the ability to engage, influence, and partner effectively with stakeholders across all organizational tiers.

To apply online please use the apply function, alternatively you may contact Lynette Lim.

(EA: 94C3609/ R1435181 )