Our client is an international Insurance based firm providing a range of investment products to clients globally in the provision of equity and fixed income funds. They are seeking a Financial Risk Manager to join their team. The role is based in Hong Kong.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 2nd Line Oversight / Challenge – Carry out initial independent oversight and challenge on risk-based decision making (“RBDM”) initiatives and other relevant deliverables (e.g. annual Scenario and Stress Testing assessment) produced by first line. Where required, escalate concerns and observations to the Head of FRM for further consideration / review.
• Risk Identification, Assessment and Mitigation – Support in the identification, assessing and managing of financial risks.
• Improving Risk Reporting Capabilities – Support the continuous improvement of risk reporting capabilities. Key areas of responsibility include carrying out initial reviews of Management Information reports produced, identification of new key risk indicators and liaising with first line teams to ensure data provided is appropriate.
• Assist with Day-to-Day Team Management – Guide and provide ‘on-the-job’ training for more junior members of the team to ensure quality deliverables are prepared and members continue to develop.
• Stakeholder Management – Assist with engaging and managing stakeholder expectations on financial risk management matters.

REQUIREMENTS

To succeed in this role, you will require the following demonstrable skills and attributes:

• Bachelor degree in Actuarial / Mathematics / Financial Risk Management (or related degree)
• 7 years of related technical experience in a relevant industry experience
• Professional qualification such as (FIA, FFA, FSA, etc) or Financial Risk Manager (from Global Association of Risk Professionals)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proficient in market, credit, insurance and liquidity risk concepts
• Proficient in key financial metrics used in the insurance industry (including EEV, IFRS, local statutory requirement)
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Ability to coach / mentor junior members of the team

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