Job Description
As Head Risk Monitoring & Reporting you will oversee credit and market risk assessment and monitoring, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and developing strategies to manage and mitigate risks effectively.
Key responsibilities
* Regulatory Compliance & Governance
o Ensure compliance with FINMA regulations in terms of credit and market risks, including capital adequacy requirements.
o Ensure alignment of risk policies
* Risk assessment
o Perform risk assessments integrating geopolitical, market, and operational risks.
o Deliver regular reports to senior management and the board on risk exposures, compliance gaps, and capital adequacy metrics, emphasizing early warning signals of potential risks.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration
o Partner with Trading and ALM &Treasury departments to calibrate risk appetite in line with strategic objectives.
o Partner with ALM &Treasury and Finance departments to optimize risk-weighted assets and validate regulatory reporting accuracy under FINMA’s supervisory frameworks.
* Strategic Leadership
o Design risk mitigation strategies that balance profitability with sustainable business models, particularly in volatile markets.
o Oversee remediation plans for non-compliance or control weaknesses identified during audits or internal reviews.
Qualifications
* Minimum of 10 years track record in risk management within the banking sector.
* Strong knowledge of the Swiss banking regulations and risk management practices (Basel III, FINMA regulatory frameworks…).
* In-depth knowledge of financial instruments (derivatives, bonds, equities, structured products…)
* Awareness of market dynamics and macroeconomic factors influencing financial markets.
* Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.
* Capability to challenge and upgrade risk management frameworks and strategies.
* Effective communication of complex risk concepts to stakeholders, including senior management and regulatory bodies.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, results-oriented, adept at planning and organization.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams
Additional Information
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