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Chief Risk Officer
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience: 10 – 10 years
- Location: Abuja
- Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit
- Salary Range₦: 400,000 – ₦500,000/
- month
The Chief Risk Officer (CRO) is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating internal and external risks that could hinder the company’s strategic and operational objectives. The CRO will develop risk management strategies, ensure compliance with regulations, and embed a risk-conscious culture throughout Mshel Homes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework across all departments and projects.
- Identify potential risks in real estate development projects, land acquisition, financing, construction, legal compliance, and customer delivery.
- Oversee enterprise risk assessments and regularly report risk exposure to the CEO and Board of Directors.
- Design and monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) to predict and mitigate threats to project delivery and financial performance.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements specific to the real estate sector, including environmental, financial, and safety regulations.
- Collaborate with project managers, finance, legal, and operations teams to assess and mitigate project risks.
- Lead investigations and responses to incidents, fraud, or compliance breaches.
- Provide guidance and training to staff on risk policies and procedures.
- Monitor risk trends and update policies to align with current threats, economic conditions, and industry changes.
- Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
- Prepare and present risk reports to executive leadership and stakeholders.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
- Professional certification such as CRM, FRM, or IRM is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in risk management, preferably in the real estate or construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of Nigerian real estate laws, property development risks, and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage cross-functional teams and influence decision-making at the executive level.
- High ethical standards and integrity.
SKILLS
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Risk analysis and mitigation
- Regulatory compliance and governance
- Communication and stakeholder management
- Project and financial risk assessment
- Attention to detail and crisis management
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
- Work in a dynamic and innovative real estate company.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: mshelrecruitment@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.