Risk Manager

OVERVIEW

The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations.

Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion.  Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth. 

The Maples Group looks to add a London based Risk Manager to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply.  We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent.

Who We Seek

Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives.  Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work.

The Risk Manager will play a crucial role in the oversight and management of risk within our organisation. This role presents an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in risk management and a keen interest in AI and technology platforms.  The Risk Manager will also support the development and implementation of the Group Risk framework, policies, and procedures, and leverage AI and technology platforms to enhance risk management capabilities and efficiency.

About the Role

The Risk Manager reports to the Senior Vice President, Group Risk and will incorporate significant interaction with a wide range of colleagues across all parts of Maples Group, and support a range of collaborative initiatives to support the business's growth. The role will work closely with the Senior Vice President and will be a significant participant in the shaping and delivering the Group Risk's team's broader strategic agenda.

Primary responsibilities include: 

• Conduct risk assessments and analysis to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities across Maples Group, and provide risk advice and recommendations to senior management and business units
• Monitor and report on the risk profile, appetite, and limits of Maples Group, and escalate any risk issues or breaches to the appropriate level
• Monitor and analyse risk metrics, risk trends ad indicators to ensure proactive risk management
• Support the development and implementation of the Group Risk framework, policies, and procedures, and ensure alignment with the Maples Group's strategy, objectives, and values
• Collaborate on the use of  AI and technology platforms to automate, streamline, and enhance risk management processes, data, and reporting, and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement
• Maintain awareness of the external risk environment, including emerging risks, best practices, and regulatory developments, and assess their impact and implications for the Maples Group
• Foster a risk-aware and risk-resilient culture across the Maples Group, and provide risk training and awareness to staff and stakeholders
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other risk functions, business units, and external stakeholders, and build strong relationships and trust
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and maturation of the Group Risk function, and support the Senior Vice President of Group Risk in delivering the risk strategy and vision

EXPERIENCE

What You Bring

In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in risk management, preferably in the legal services industry or the financial services industry (eg. fiduciary, fund administration, etc. )
• Knowledge and understanding of the various types of risks and risk management frameworks, methodologies, and tools
• Experience or interest in AI and technology platforms for risk management, and ability to learn and adapt to new systems and applications
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, and ability to provide risk advice and recommendations based on sound judgment and evidence
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate complex risk information clearly and concisely to different audiences and levels
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethics, and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Self-motivated, proactive, and flexible, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and quality, and ability to deliver results within deadlines and under pressure
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work across different time zones and jurisdictions

BENEFITS & REWARDS

The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships.  The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Hybrid Working
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
• Competitive vacation packages
• Educational assistance and professional development programmes
• Savings or pension plan
• Life insurance
• Travel insurance
• Global mental wellness programme
• Sports clubs and social events

ABOUT MAPLES GROUP

Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg.

You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website.  Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.

Maples’ standard policy to undertake various background screening checks, including criminal records checks, on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Maples will only ask applicants to disclose a past criminal conviction when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. Maples will make all job offer decisions on a case by case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with Maples before a decision is made.

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