Are you a curious and highly motivated professional with 3 years of experience in operational risk and/or internal audit?
Do you have a strong desire to apply your risk and compliance expertise to the field of funds management?
We have an opportunity to join Milford, a market-leading fund manager, in a first line Operational Risk role.
About Milford: Milford is a highly regarded investment management business with a strong presence in New Zealand and Australia.
They are committed to being a leader in the wealth management sector, earning the trust and loyalty of clients, staff, and shareholders.
As part of "The Milford Way" culture, they value collaboration, innovation, and excellence in everything they do.
About the Role: As an Operational Risk & Compliance Specialist at Milford, your role will be multi-faceted - you will have the opportunity to leverage your passion for process improvement, whilst gaining exposure to enterprise-wide risk.
Key Responsibilities: Working closely with a range of business units, you will play an integral role in supporting and optimising risk management processes within these areas.Conducting risk assessments, controls testing, and providing recommendations to strengthen risk frameworks and compliance practices.Collaborating with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.Gaining a deep understanding of investment-related risks and their impact on our business, with a focus on continuously improving risk management practices.Assisting in the development and implementation of risk and compliance strategies that align with Milford's long-term goals and ambitions.Supporting the risk maturity project, contributing to a proactive approach to risk management across the organization.
Key to Success in the Role: The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in risk, compliance or audit, preferably with a background in funds management or banking.
You should have a good understanding of risk management practices and be well-versed in relevant legislation.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as you will be relied upon to convey complex risk concepts in a clear and approachable manner.
Excellent written communication skills are necessary for reporting purposes and liaising with senior stakeholders.
Apply today, or email Jenny Parker at (email protected) for more information