Senior Manager, Group Portfolio Risk Management

JOB PURPOSE / ROLE:The Senior Manager, Group Portfolio Risk Management plays a key role managing the organization's Enterprise Risk Management activities by delivering accurate, timely, and insightful risk analysis and reporting. This role is responsible for monitoring key risk indicators, maintaining risk data integrity, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements. By collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and external entities, the incumbent plays a crucial role in the development and enhancement of risk management practices, enabling informed decision-making and fostering a robust risk culture across the organization.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Risk Monitoring & AnalysisContinuously monitor key risk parameters and board approved risk appetite limits in alignment with the Board-approved Risk Framework.Identify emerging risks and escalate significant exposures to senior management.Policies & Procedures ManagementReview and update procedures related to Credit Risk, Impaired Assets, and Provisioning.Support the development and periodic revision of Risk Management Framework Documents including Risk Appetite, policies and procedures.Risk Reporting & MISManage the Portfolio Risk Management activities covering report automation, monitoring and review of risk processes. Establish and ensure the readiness of a centralized risk reporting repository that serves as the main source of risk reporting for internal and external stakeholders. Submit timely, accurate, and comprehensive Risk Management Information System (MIS) reports to Group Board of Directors (BoD), Group Board Risk Committee (BRC), Group Management Risk Committee (GMRC), external agencies (e.g., Rating Agencies), KFH Group Risk MIS.Data Management & AnalyticsEnsure the integrity, accuracy, and timely update of risk-related data in the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW).Utilize data analytics to support risk assessments and decision-making.Automation & Process ImprovementLead initiatives to automate risk dashboards and reporting processes across the Group.Identify opportunities for process enhancements to improve efficiency and data quality.Stakeholder EngagementCoordinate and manage the activities of the Group Management Risk Committee.Collaborate with internal teams, to ensure alignment on risk matters.Liaise with internal and external auditors, as well as regulatory bodies, to support audits and regulatory reviews.Knowledge Transfer & CollaborationActively contribute to a culture of continuous learning by sharing risk management insights, tools, and best practices across the team and relevant departments.Support colleagues in understanding risk frameworks, data sources, and reporting methodologies through informal coaching and documentation.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance collective understanding of portfolio risk and promote alignment on risk-related initiatives.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Risk Management, or a related field.Professional Certifications: Professional certifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM) are preferred.Minimum Experience:Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant professional experience in enterprise risk management, preferably within wholesale banking or a financial institution. Demonstrated experience in risk reporting, data analysis, policy compliance, and coordination with governance committees.