Director of Risk and Compliance

SUMMARY:
Guard Against Risks - Director of Risk and Compliance.

POSITION INFO:
We’re partnering with a leading Pan-African bank in Kenya to find an experienced Director of Risk and Compliance to shape and lead enterprise-wide risk management and compliance strategies. This role is crucial to safeguarding the bank from financial, operational, and regulatory risks while fostering a culture of risk awareness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Risk Management: Design and implement risk frameworks, monitor emerging threats, and advise the Board on risk strategies.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to local and international regulations, oversee compliance policies, and manage audits.
• Governance & Reporting: Develop governance structures, present risk reports, and establish key risk indicators (KRIs).
• Operational Risk & Financial Crime: Lead AML, fraud prevention, and KYC/CDD initiatives while embedding risk strategies into daily operations.
• Stakeholder & Team Leadership: Engage with regulators, provide advisory support to business units, and mentor a high-performing risk and compliance team.

• Degree in Finance, Law, Risk Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Relevant certifications (CRM, CCP, CISA, etc.).
• 10+ years in risk/compliance, with 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven experience in both banking and insurance sectors.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks (Basel II/III, IFRS, AML).
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.