Head of Risk and Control - T&M SG

Open 33d

Scope of the Role

Responsible for management of operational risk and regulatory risk for the Department
For external regulatory examination: the Risk and Control Unit Head is responsible to act as the main liaison and address all concerns and requirements of regulators with respect to risks of the Department
Responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing specifically WBN Anti-money laundering framework which includes establishing robust controls, monitoring customer and transaction risks, ensuring effective reporting, and maintaining alignment with evolving regulatory requirements.

Specific Key Responsibilities:

Drive Strong Operational Risk Management Practices

Proactively manage the risk in the Department to reduce the likelihood or impact of negative impact events.
Responsible to report risks to the Head of Department and Regional Head of RCU in a timely manner so that the Heads have a clear view of the overall control effectiveness of the unit.
Execute the operational risk framework of the bank in a robust and disciplined manner to achieve sound risk management practices and reporting.
Proactively partner and engage with the second line of defence to achieve an optimal outcome of risk management for the bank.

Promote and Maintain Regulatory Compliance

Build and execute the compliance risk framework within the Department in a robust and discipline manner to achieve sound compliance risk management practices and reporting.
Support and lead the Department in relation to proactive identification and management of compliance risk.
Proactively identify areas within effective controls and work with the relevant stakeholders to enhance overall control environment to mitigate compliance risks.

Champion the Risk Culture

Champion risk and compliance culture within Treasury & Markets and the WBN business through targeted communication, engagement, and training initiatives.
Work closely with second line Risk and Compliance teams to develop and deliver relevant risk updates, training materials, and culture programmes.
Ensure effective onboarding, guidance, and ongoing support for RCU team members

Employee Engagement and Development

Lead, coach, and develop direct and indirect reports to ensure strong performance, engagement, and capability development.
Set clear performance objectives, provide regular feedback, and complete appraisal processes in accordance with CIMB performance management requirements.
Attract, retain, and develop high-quality risk and control talent to support the evolving needs of Treasury & Markets and the WBN business.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master's Degree or any related disciplines (Accounting/ Finance/ Business) or equivalent professional qualification
Preferably with professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA, ICA, ACAMS, CPA), or other relevant risk or compliance certifications.
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in operational risk management, compliance, controls, or governance functions within financial services
At least 5 years of leadership experience managing teams or units
Strong exposure to Treasury & Markets, capital markets and/or wholesale banking

Technical / Functional

Strong understanding of non-financial risk frameworks, governance, and regulatory requirements.
Sound knowledge of end-to-end Treasury & Markets front-to-back processes and WBN operating models.
Strong regulatory interpretation, risk advisory, and control design skills.
Ability to analyse risk data, identify themes, and drive practical remediation across jurisdictions.

Leadership / Personal

Strong critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving capability.
Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills.
High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ownership.
Ability to operate effectively in a complex, cross-border, fast-paced regulatory environment.