Manager - Operational Risk Management Advisory

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-driven Operational Risk Management Manager to lead and deliver risk advisory services focused on operational risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring. This role works closely with client stakeholders to develop and strengthen risk frameworks, internal controls, and risk governance processes across various industries.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of operational risk principles, experience with risk management frameworks, and the ability to translate risk insights into actionable strategies for clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of operational risk management engagements, including risk assessments, control evaluations, and framework development.
• Facilitate risk workshops and interviews to identify and assess operational risks across key business functions.
• Assist clients in developing or enhancing operational risk frameworks, policies, tools, and reporting structures.
• Oversee the development of risk registers, key risk indicators (KRIs), and issue tracking mechanisms.
• Analyze operational incidents and near-misses, identify root causes, and recommend remediation strategies.
• Provide advisory support in areas such as business continuity, third-party risk, process controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., audit, compliance, IT risk) to ensure a holistic approach to risk management.
• Supervise junior team members and ensure the delivery of high-quality outputs aligned with engagement objectives and timelines.
• Contribute to thought leadership, proposal development, and practice development initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; certifications such as CRMA, CISA, or CIA are a plus.
• 7-10 years of experience in operational risk, internal audit, or risk consulting, preferably within a professional services or regulated industry environment.
• Solid understanding of operational risk frameworks (e.g., Basel II/III, ISO 31000, COSO ERM) and governance structures.
• Experience in risk and control assessments, issue remediation, and risk reporting.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with GRC tools or risk analytics platforms is a plus.