Chief Risk Officer

We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Risk Officer to join our leadership team. This role will be instrumental in shaping and executing the organizations enterprise-wide risk management framework to ensure resilience, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth across diverse business operations. Key Responsibilities - Lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework. - Define and communicate the companys risk appetite and tolerance levels across all major business segments. - Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks, including strategic, operational, financial, compliance, technological (cyber), and reputational. - Establish and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), providing regular reporting to the Executive Team and the Board Risk Committee. - Drive business continuity planning (BCP) and crisis management frameworks to ensure organizational resilience. - Oversee compliance with local and international laws, regulations, and industry standards. - Collaborate with business units to embed a strong risk-aware culture throughout the organization. - Coordinate with internal/external auditors and regulatory agencies on all risk-related matters. - Provide strategic risk insights on new projects, acquisitions, and business expansion initiatives. Qualifications - Bachelors Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. - Professional certifications (FRM, CRM, PRM, CRISC) are highly advantageous; a Masters degree is a plus. - At least 4 years of leadership experience in risk management, internal audit, or compliance. - Strong track record in enterprise risk management, governance, and internal controls. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present risk insights to senior stakeholders and the Board. - Experience in highly regulated industries (aviation, logistics, financial services, energy, telco, etc.) preferred. Why Join Us? - Key leadership role reporting to the CFO and Senior Leadership Team. - Opportunity to build and lead a comprehensive risk management function across diverse operations. - Work with a company committed to innovation, resilience, and long-term growth. Originally posted on Himalayas