Risk Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Risk Manager to join a respected organisation in Kuala Lumpur, where your expertise will be instrumental in shaping and embedding a robust risk management culture. This role offers you the chance to build an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework from the ground up, working closely with senior leaders to ensure that risk strategies are aligned with organisational goals. You will play a pivotal part in fostering awareness and understanding of risk across all levels, supporting business continuity, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The organisation is committed to providing flexible working opportunities, ongoing training, and a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged.

What you'll do:

As a Risk Manager based in Kuala Lumpur, you will be entrusted with establishing a comprehensive approach to enterprise-wide risk management. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve close collaboration with senior leaders to set clear parameters for acceptable risk while ensuring that all business units understand their roles in maintaining organisational resilience. You will design engaging workshops and training sessions that foster an inclusive culture of awareness around potential threats. By leading the development of essential tools such as risk registers and heat maps—and by monitoring both internal developments and external trends—you will help shape proactive responses that protect the organisation’s interests. Your ability to communicate complex information clearly will be vital when preparing reports for executive audiences. In addition to supporting major projects through thorough risk assessments, you will also play an important part in business continuity planning. Success in this role means not only meeting regulatory standards but also building strong relationships across departments so that everyone feels supported in managing risks together.

• Develop comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management frameworks, policies, and procedures tailored to the organisation’s needs from inception through ongoing maintenance.
• Identify, assess, and monitor key risks—including strategic, operational, reputational, financial, and legal—across all business units and functions.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define the organisation’s risk appetite and ensure alignment of risk management strategies with overall objectives.
• Facilitate engaging risk workshops and training sessions aimed at raising awareness and nurturing a positive risk culture throughout the organisation.
• Lead the creation and upkeep of detailed risk registers, control self-assessments, and visually informative risk heat maps.
• Monitor emerging risks as well as industry trends, proactively recommending actions to mitigate potential impacts on the business.
• Prepare regular reports on risk matters for senior management, the Risk Committee, and the Board of Directors to inform decision-making processes.
• Work closely with internal audit, compliance, legal, and other control functions to ensure coordinated efforts in managing risks effectively.
• Lead or provide support for risk assessments related to major initiatives such as strategic projects, acquisitions, or entry into new markets.
• Support business continuity planning activities and contribute to crisis management efforts to safeguard organisational resilience.
• Ensure full compliance with relevant regulatory requirements pertaining to risk management frameworks such as ISO 31000, COSO ERM, Basel III, SOX, or others as applicable.

What you bring:

To excel as a Risk Manager in this setting you will bring substantial experience in developing enterprise-level frameworks that address a wide spectrum of risks. Your background should include hands-on involvement in both policy creation and practical implementation—ideally within large-scale or multi-faceted organisations. You are adept at building rapport across teams; your collaborative approach ensures that everyone feels included when it comes to understanding their responsibilities around risk. Your facilitation skills allow you to deliver engaging workshops that make complex topics accessible for all participants. You have demonstrated proficiency in preparing concise yet comprehensive reports for high-level stakeholders who rely on your insights for informed decision-making. Familiarity with international standards such as ISO 31000 or COSO ERM is essential; you know how these translate into real-world practices that keep organisations compliant while remaining agile. Experience supporting business continuity plans further highlights your commitment to safeguarding operations under any circumstances. Above all else you are motivated by helping others succeed—your empathy ensures that every voice is heard when it comes time to manage challenges together.

• Demonstrated experience designing or implementing Enterprise Risk Management frameworks within large organisations or complex environments.
• Proven ability to identify, assess, monitor, and report on diverse types of risks including strategic, operational, reputational, financial, and legal.
• Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration with senior leadership teams as well as colleagues across multiple departments.
• Experience facilitating interactive workshops or training sessions focused on raising awareness of risk-related issues among staff at all levels.
• Excellent written communication skills for preparing clear reports tailored for executive audiences such as Boards or Committees.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to risk management (e.g., ISO 31000, COSO ERM Frameworks; Basel III; SOX), including practical application within an organisational context.
• Track record of supporting business continuity planning initiatives or contributing meaningfully during crisis management situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal audit functions as well as compliance/legal teams towards shared objectives in managing organisational risks.
• Analytical mindset capable of monitoring emerging risks/trends while recommending actionable mitigation strategies based on sound judgement.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member is empowered to contribute meaningfully toward shared goals. With a focus on flexibility—both in terms of working arrangements and personal development—you can expect genuine support for balancing professional ambitions with life outside work. The company invests heavily in ongoing training opportunities so you can continue expanding your knowledge base while staying ahead of industry trends. Collaboration is at the heart of everything they do: open communication channels ensure that ideas are welcomed from all corners of the business regardless of hierarchy or tenure. As part of this team you’ll find yourself surrounded by knowledgeable colleagues who value dependability honesty kindness—and who take pride in building lasting connections both inside and outside their immediate circles. Whether you’re looking for opportunities to grow professionally or simply want reassurance that your contributions matter this is an environment where people come together not just because they have similar skills but because they share common values centred around respect trust compassion—and mutual success.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact by shaping how risks are managed across an entire organisation we encourage you to take the next step today!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your journey towards making a difference starts here.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C