The Head of Risk will oversee and manage all aspects of risk management across the commodities brokerage, London based role.
International firm.
Languages skills useful, Chinese or Mandarin.
Client Details
This is a permanent opportunity with a well-established commodities firm.
My client is a metals broker, so experience of LME, CME or ICE is very useful.


Description
The Head of Risk is responsible for the daily management (identification, measurement, monitoring and control) of all
types of risk (credit, market, liquidity, concentration, operational risk etc.), and carry out risk
prevention duties effectively.
Ensure an effective and independent risk management.
Report to the CEO, work with the Risk Management Division of the holding company regularly on the implementation of group policies and various risk controls, and provide and the necessary decision support and advice.
Responsible for reporting to the board with respect to risk management information, risk policies, and appetites and risk recommendations.
To provide risk-focused advice and information into the setting and individual application of
the firm’s remuneration policy.


To alert the firm’s governing body to and provide challenge on, any business strategy or
plans that exceed the firm’s risk appetite and tolerance.


Leadership and Management; responsible for the daily operations and human resources allocation of the Risk Management
Department, currently a team of 4.


· Developing and enhancing risk management policies, mechanisms, instructions and procedures;
engaging the board and seeking board approval where appropriate.


· Maintaining close and effective communication with the group and CCBIH in relation to Risk
policies update and implementation included attending HO and CCBIH meetings where required.
· The provision of timely and effective risk management information to the board.


· Setting various risk management indicators and monitoring measures; performing daily monitoring
over various risk aspects.


· Executing internal control procedures and providing advice and recommendations to management
on those procedures.
Profile
A successful Head of Risk should have:
Leadership skills/ Experience in a Leadership role, including the ability to exercise oversight of risk governance.
Experience with the commodities or energy market. ·
Considerable knowledge and experience of best practice risk management and governance
frameworks, methodologies, and practices.
Proven ability to oversee a number of risk types, including credit, market, liquidity, operational risk
etc.
Knowledge of regulatory environment and key regulatory regime. ·
Strong financial analytical skills and IT skills
Job Offer
*A competitive salary ranging from £130,000 to £150,000.
*A permanent position within the financial services industry.
*Opportunities to shape and influence risk management strategies at a senior level.
*Potential for additional benefits, to be confirmed during the recruitment process.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation and lead its risk management function. If you are ready for this challenge, we encourage you to apply today.