Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in Risk Management in a Bank or Finance Company. Please refer to the job advert for further information.

Head of Risk Management

Singer Finance (Lanka) PLC, is a subsidiary Company of the Hayleys Group and Singer (Sri Lanka) PLC, incorporated on 19th April 2004 is licensed by the Monetary Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka under the Finance Business Act No. 42 of 2011.

We invite applications for the post of Head of Risk Management

Job Requirements
  • Between the age of 35 and 50
  • Develop and implement the company's risk management framework, policies, and procedures to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks across all business activities
  • Establish risk appetite and tolerance levels in alignment with the company's strategic objectives and regulatory requirements
  • Lead the risk assessment process, including identifying key risks, evaluating their potential impact, and prioritizing mitigation efforts
  • Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to assess the resilience of the company's risk management framework under adverse conditions
  • Oversee the design and implementation of risk measurement and reporting systems to provide timely and accurate risk information to senior management and the Board of Directors 
  • Collaborate with business units to ensure that risk considerations are integrated into strategic planning, decision- making processes, and product/service development
  • Monitor external factors such as regulatory changes, market trends, and economic conditions that may impact the company's risk profile, and adjust risk management strategies accordingly
  • Coordinate with internal audit, compliance, and other functions to ensure alignment and effectiveness of risk management activities
  • Provide guidance and training to employees on risk management principles, practices, and tools
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulators and external auditors on risk-related matters

Experience and Qualifications
  • Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in Risk Management in a Bank or Finance Company
  • A Bachelor's degree/professional qualification in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field
  • Excellent Communications skills in English and Sinhala is mandatory, ability to converse in Tamil shall be an added advantage

This is a Senior Management position and the candidate will report to the Board member heading the Integrated Risk Management Committee, with functional reporting the CEO. The selected candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package, including other fringe benefits, under the Singer Finance Human Resources Policy.

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