Chief Risk Officer (CRO)

Aspire

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About The Position

We are looking for a seasoned Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to lead our global risk management strategy. This critical leadership role will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across our operations, ensuring the stability and resilience of our business. You will build and lead a robust risk management framework, and serve as a key advisor to the Executive Leadership team. As CRO, you will oversee all aspects of risk management, including financial, operational, compliance, and strategic risks. You'll develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies, monitor risk exposures, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. This involves fostering a culture of risk awareness, enhancing our risk management capabilities, and providing insightful analysis to support informed decision-making as Aspire continues its rapid growth in the dynamic FinTech sector.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in a senior Risk Management Leadership role, preferably within the FinTech or Financial Services sector.
• Law degree or equivalent qualifications.
• Deep understanding of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Proven track record of managing complex risks and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to provide strategic risk advice and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience building and leading high-performing risk management teams.
• A commitment to ethical conduct and professional integrity.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a high-growth, technology-driven company.
• Familiarity with international risk management standards and regulations.
• Willingness/ability to relocate to Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global risk management strategy.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across operations.
• Build and lead a robust risk management framework.
• Serve as a key advisor to the Executive Leadership team.
• Oversee all aspects of risk management including financial, operational, compliance, and strategic risks.
• Develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor risk exposures and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Foster a culture of risk awareness and enhance risk management capabilities.
• Provide insightful analysis to support informed decision-making.

Benefits

• Uncapped flexible annual leave.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Training subsidy for your professional growth.
• Wellness benefit.
• Team bonding budget to foster collaboration and sense of belonging.
• Flexibility to work from anywhere (for up to 90 days per annum).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees