Risk Manager

At Inchcape, our vision is to have a connected world, in which our customers trade successfully and make better decisions in every port, everywhere. We use technology and our global network to help our partners connect to a smoother, smarter ocean. 

Inchcape combines its worldwide infrastructure with local expertise through our global network of over 240 proprietary offices, across 60 countries and a team of more than 2,500 committed professionals. Our diverse global customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container and bulk commodity sectors as well as naval, government and intergovernmental organisations. 

We have an ambitious growth model and a career here is certainly going to be a rewarding one that will allow you to bring your skills & experience. We embrace change and are open to new thinking and pushing for positive change in our industry. 
 

Contract type:  Full time employment

Based: Remote – Applicants may be based anywhere in Europe, including East Med

 We have an exciting opportunity for a Risk Manager in our Group Risk and Internal Auditteam. 

What you’ll do: 

• Be responsible for developing and communicating the risk management framework, including risk policies and processes, 
• Designing and implementing an overall risk management process for the organisation, which includes an analysis of the impact on the company when risks occur
• Working with other Group functions to improve risk management processes 
• Working with Senior Leaders to performing ongoing risk assessments, including but not limited to:
• Analysing current risks and identifying potential risks that are affecting the company
• Performing a risk evaluation: Evaluating the company’s previous handling of risks, and comparing potential risks with criteria set out by the company such as costs and legal requirements
• Establishing the level of risk, the company are willing to take
• Risk reporting tailored to the relevant audience. (Educating the board of directors about the most significant risks to the business; ensuring business heads understand the risks that might affect their departments; ensuring individuals understand their own accountability for individual risks)
• Conducting governance, risk and compliance audits, which will include liaising with internal and external auditors
• Work with the Global Operations Team to define standards related to managing key risks to the business
• Manage key relationships with internal customers and stakeholders, responding to special requests for risk management and controls advice
• Perform follow-up reviews to verify that necessary correctives actions have been implemented to rectify previously identified weaknesses

Who you are: 

• At least three years of professional experience in strategy, risk management, internal or external audit, relevant business processes and/ or excellent knowledge of the industry
• Possess a strong knowledge of governance, risk management, IT, finance and commercial operations
• Good knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and business processes; Ability to assess risks from a Business Manager perspective, take lead in finding solutions and works to effective implementation
• Independently plan, organise and manage schedule and deliver factually accurate, professional and proactive reports
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision, demonstrated excellent judgment, self-driving, remain motivated under pressure and a “can-do” attitude
• Good interpersonal skills to efficiently manage business relationships with a wide range of individuals; demonstrates ability to influence and enlist support
• Able to undertake extensive travel across ISS world at reasonable notice; (25-50% usually for 1-2 weeks at a time)
• Excellent English language skills; demonstrates effective presentation and report writing skills
• University degree desirable
• Professional Qualification from a relevant body (i.e. IRM, IIA, ACCA) or equivalent experience desirable

Why Inchcape Shipping Services?

We believe in building a diverse and high performing workforce, that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards we depend on our people, their welfare, training and expertise. We realise the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and fully adopt these:

Global Perspective – we connect the world and see the bigger picture.

The Power of People – we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships.

Progress – we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry.

Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location.

Inchcape is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and equality; diversity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We recognise that our customers, colleagues, contractors and other partners are central to our success and that we work in a diverse society. We acknowledge not only our legal, but also our moral responsibility to ensure all groups have equality of opportunity.

In order to apply please send you cv in English