Senior Risk Analyst - Financial Services

About

Our client, a reputable institution within the financial services sector, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Risk Analyst. This role is crucial for identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial and operational risks across the organization. Our client values a proactive and detail‑oriented approach to risk management and offers a challenging and rewarding career path with opportunities for professional development in a dynamic financial environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct in‑depth risk assessments.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of potential threats.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls.
• Work closely with various departments, including underwriting, claims, finance, and compliance, to ensure a comprehensive approach to risk management.
• Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs).
• Generate regular risk reports for senior management.
• Provide recommendations for risk mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field (required).
  • Master’s degree (preferred).

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in risk management, financial analysis, or a related role within the financial services industry (essential).
  • Proven experience in developing and implementing risk assessment methodologies (expected).

• Professional Certifications (highly desirable):

  • FRM (Financial Risk Manager)
  • PRM (Professional Risk Manager)

• Knowledge & Skills:

  • Strong understanding of financial markets, regulatory requirements (e.g., CBN guidelines), and various types of financial risk (credit, market, operational, liquidity).
  • Proficiency in risk modeling, data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, statistical software), and risk management software.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities for presenting complex findings to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to interpret financial data and regulatory landscapes.
  • Strong understanding of financial products, markets, and regulatory frameworks (mandatory).

Location

Location: Yola, Adamawa, NG. This hybrid position requires a blend of on‑site collaboration and analysis with teams and management, along with remote work flexibility for in‑depth analysis, report writing, and research.