Senior specialist - Risk

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.For our business, for clients, and for youWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Risk Specialist to lead the implementation and oversight of our Group Risk Management framework in Luxembourg. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with local regulations (CSSF, AIFMD, etc.) and aligning with Group-wide policies. You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational, regulatory, and financial risks, while contributing to strategic decision-making and promoting a strong risk culture across the organization.Key ResponsibilitiesRisk Framework Implementation: Ensure full compliance with Group Risk Management policies and local regulatory requirementsOperational Risk Management: Identify, assess, mitigate, and report operational risks to protect organizational stabilityControl Effectiveness: Conduct regular evaluations of controls and update risk registers to reflect emerging threatsStrategic Support: Provide risk analysis and recommendations to the Business Review Committee and support new product initiativesRisk Reporting: Deliver timely and accurate reports on financial and non-financial risks using the Apex Group Risk FrameworkRisk Monitoring: Develop and track key risk indicators to enable proactive risk managementBusiness Continuity: Lead Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Business Impact Analysis (BIA) to ensure operational resilienceThird-Party Oversight: Monitor and manage risks related to outsourced activities and third-party providersRisk Culture Development: Promote risk awareness and deliver targeted training across the organizationQualifications & SkillsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, or a related fieldMinimum 8 years of experience in risk management or financial services; ERM or fund services expertise preferredStrong knowledge of risk frameworks and product risk assessmentExperience with digital assets is a plusExcellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skillsProven ability to lead in a high-control, compliance-driven environmentFamiliarity with Luxembourg laws and regulations is desirableProfessional certifications such as FRM or CFA are advantageousIn accordance with the provisions of the Luxembourg law of 23 July 2016 amending the law of 29 March 2013, candidates may be required to provide an extract from their criminal record. This document, issued by the authorities, must not be older than three months. Such a document will be requested with the aim of carrying out a character check on candidates, bearing in mind the area of activity of our establishment and, more particularly, the tasks described in the job description.Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.