Risk Manager

Job Description

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for a competent Risk Manager to work for a highly reputable and established AIFM company. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of working experience in the financial industry out of which 2 years must be in Compliance roles. Advanced knowledge of CySec’s and European regulations relating to AML is a must, as well as excellent proficiency in business-level English. Spoken German and/or Greek would be a key advantage. Candidates applying for this role must have eligibility to work in Cyprus.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Stay up-to-date with the latest local and EU legislation, rules and best practice in regards to risk management, market-making, and dealing
• Monitor Company’s risk exposures including dealing limits
• Prepares, analyses and submits various reports to the Senior management
• Prepares periodic regulatory related reports and submissions
• Regularly review the internal Risk Regulatory guidelines and ensure that the most appropriate KRIs and ‘best practices’ are in place for the company.
• Formulate the strategic plan of the Company in collaboration with the Company’s Board of directors;
• Follow up on the implementation of the strategy as to ensure that action(s) is implemented effectively;
• Ensure that the Company maintains adequate internal control mechanisms;
• Monitor the Company’s risk exposure;
• Monitor and oversee financial and operational performance, evaluate the progress and identify areas for improvement;
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements;
• Manage and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Maintain a deep knowledge of all the relevant sectors related to the Company’s operations

Candidate Profile

• Educated at bachelor’s degree level.
• Significant background in a Risk and Compliance related role.
• An understanding of Fund / Financial Industry
• Very organized with the ability to work in a fast-paced working environment with minimal supervision.
• Proven and advanced knowledge of CySec and European regulations relating to AML
• Fluency in English is essential.