Head of Risk Department

About the role

BRED Cambodia is looking for a Head of Risk Department to advise senior executives and internal management on the identification, assessment, mitigation and management of risks affecting the Bank's strategic objectives. The role leads the Risk Management function, maintains the risk framework and promotes a strong risk culture across the Bank.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Bank's risk management framework, policies, procedures and risk appetite statements.
• Identify, assess, monitor and report on enterprise-wide risks, including strategic, operational, financial, reputational and emerging risks.
• Analyze complex risk issues and prepare reports, reviews, recommendations and presentations for senior management.
• Lead the annual risk management plan and maintain the risk register, documenting, assessing and reviewing risks.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and mitigation actions and recommend improvements.
• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the Risk Management function and present risk reports to senior management, committees and stakeholders.
• Support a strong risk culture through awareness, guidance and collaboration with business units, and integrate risk management with business planning and performance management.

Required profile

• Master's degree in risk management, Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or another relevant field.
• Professional certification such as FRM, PRM, CFA, CIA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in risk management, enterprise risk, operational risk, internal control or a related field.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, internal controls and governance practices.
• Ability to identify, analyze and evaluate complex risks and recommend practical mitigation solutions.
• Excellent report-writing, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership and supervisory skills, with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.

To apply, candidates should send their up-to-date resume by email; applications are handled with strict confidentiality.