job description
Join Standard Chartered as the Head of Risk Management for Wealth & Retail Banking (WRB), Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB), and Global Functions (GF) CIOs. This is a strategic leadership role based in Bali, offering the flexibility to work remotely or in a hybrid model while overseeing global risk governance for critical technology domains.
As a key leader in our risk framework, you will drive enterprise-wide risk mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering innovation in digital banking. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape risk policies across Asia-Pacific and beyond, working closely with senior stakeholders to safeguard our technological infrastructure.
Standard Chartered is committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainable growth. If you are a visionary risk leader with a passion for financial technology, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to redefine banking in the digital age.
Responsibility
- Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework for WRB, CIB, and GF CIO domains, aligning with global regulatory requirements.
- Lead cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and mitigate operational, cybersecurity, and compliance risks in technology-driven banking solutions.
- Oversee governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) initiatives, ensuring adherence to Basel III, ISO 27001, and local financial regulations.
- Collaborate with CIOs and senior executives to integrate risk-aware decision-making into digital transformation strategies.
- Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and reporting to the Board and regulatory bodies.
- Drive a culture of risk awareness through training, policy development, and stakeholder engagement.
- Monitor emerging risks in fintech, AI, and cloud computing, proposing proactive mitigation strategies.
- Represent Standard Chartered in industry forums and regulatory discussions on risk management best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Computer Science, or a related field. Certifications (e.g., FRM, CISM, CRISC) are a plus.
- 10+ years of experience in risk management within banking/financial services, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Deep expertise in technology risk, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance (e.g., MAS, RBI, GDPR).
- Proven track record of designing and implementing enterprise risk frameworks in a global bank or fintech environment.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in risk modeling, scenario analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.
- Experience working in or with Asia-Pacific markets, particularly Singapore, India, or Indonesia.
- Fluency in English; additional languages (e.g., Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia) are advantageous.