AM/DM - Enterprise Risk Management

Role & responsibilities

Job Summary:

To be the focal point for promoting, supporting, and facilitating risk management activities within the organization. Risk Manager shall coordinate with CRO/CFO and other ERM stakeholders to effectively implement the ERM Framework within the organization. Risk Manager shall be the catalyst for risk management activities and shall play a critical role in promoting risk aware culture across WCL.

Functional Responsibilities:

• Champion and promote risk management practices within both the divisions i.e., Steel and Pipe, ensuring alignment with the ERM Policy and Framework.
• Facilitate risk identification and assessment through workshops, interviews, and tools.
• Guide Risk Owners and stakeholders in consistently implementing ERM processes and maintaining accurate risk data in the Risk Manager Tool.
• Ensure timely updates of risk information, including ratings, controls, KRIs, and mitigation plans, on a quarterly basis.
• Support stakeholders in tracking and reporting progress on risk response plans and completing mitigation actions.
• Assist in ERM training initiatives, recommend improvements based on feedback, and ensure stakeholder participation for continuous learning.
• Escalate implementation challenges to functional or business heads as needed.
• Ensure effective alignment and communication between business segments and ERM stakeholders.

Qualifications and Competencies:

Education

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in a relevant domain (e.g., Engineering, Finance, Business Administration or Risk Management).

Experience

• 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably with multinational corporations or top consulting firms.
• Proven business acumen and leadership in risk-related roles.
• Prior experience coordinating with ERM functions is preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management and people leadership skills.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities with attention to detail.

Technical Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of ERM processes and international risk management standards (e.g., ISO 31000).
• Understanding of mining and metals sector operations, manufacturing industry and key business processes is an advantage.

Behavioural Competencies

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to think both strategically and tactically.
• Strong relationship management skills across senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel for stakeholder engagement and risk assessments.

Certifications

• Preferred certifications include:
• Institute of Risk Management (IRM) – ERM Certification
• International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management
• Certified Risk Manager (CRM)
• Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst® (CERA)
• Professional Risk Manager (PRM)

Languages

• Fluency in English (spoken and written)