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Risk Management Director

Risk Management Director

Doo Group • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
30+ days ago
Job description

Doo Group is a global financial services group with FinTech as its core. With our 10 major business lines—Brokerage, Wealth Management, Property, Payment & Exchange, FinTech, Financial Education, Health Care, Consulting, Cloud, and Digital Marketing—Doo Group provides clients worldwide with comprehensive products and services in a one‑stop approach. We’re committed to helping our clients achieve an ideal financial life while moving towards a better future together!

Risk Management Director

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Risk Management Director to oversee our risk management team and ensure the effective identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks associated with CFD trading activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of CFD products and financial markets.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

  • Define and lead the enterprise risk management strategy, policies, and governance structure aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.
  • Collaborate with the executive team to integrate risk considerations into business planning and key decision‑making processes.
  • Provide strategic guidance to the Risk Management Team and ensure operational excellence across all risk functions.
  • Chair or actively participate in internal risk committees, providing oversight and direction on key risk issues.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of comprehensive risk management frameworks for market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks—particularly in relation to CFD trading.
  • Develop and refine the company’s risk appetite statement and risk tolerance thresholds in collaboration with key stakeholders.
  • Lead initiatives to enhance risk data analytics and scenario planning capabilities.
  • Build and optimise automated risk models and systems to improve real‑time monitoring and decision‑making.
  • Ensure robust monitoring of trading exposures, margin requirements, counterparty risks, and market volatility.
  • Review and sign off on critical risk reports for the Board and senior executives, delivering clear insights and actionable recommendations.
  • Drive continuous improvements in real‑time risk surveillance systems and alerting mechanisms.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

  • Serve as the principal risk advisor to senior leadership, traders, and external regulators.
  • Represent the company in external discussions with auditors, regulators, and counterparties on risk‑related matters.
  • Drive internal risk culture transformation, promoting awareness and proactive risk mitigation throughout the organization.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Industry Best Practice

  • Ensure adherence to global regulatory standards related to trading risk.
  • Monitor evolving regulatory requirements and best practices to ensure the company’s risk policies remain up‑to‑date and compliant.
  • Technology & Innovation in Risk Management

  • Partner with technology, data, and product teams to implement advanced risk analytics tools and automation.
  • Oversee strategic technology projects aimed at enhancing risk infrastructure and reporting capabilities.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field; Master’s degree and / or professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA) strongly preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in risk management, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity within the CFD trading or broader brokerage / financial services industry.
  • Successful track record in designing and implementing automated risk models and systems.
  • Experience leading global risk teams of 20+ members.
  • In‑depth understanding of CFD products, margin trading, and market microstructure.
  • Experience with enterprise risk systems, such as PXM, OneZero, Bloomberg, MT4 / MT5, or other proprietary platforms.
  • Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities; comfortable engaging with executives, regulators, and technical teams.
  • Bilingual fluency in English (and other relevant languages as needed).
  • Benefits

  • Work alongside industry‑leading professionals from around the globe in an environment filled with opportunities for continuous learning and growth.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, optical, and wellness benefits.
  • 13th‑month salary and performance bonus.
  • Quarterly employee recognition awards in USD.
  • Smart pantry access and monthly tea break / lucky draw.
  • Life as a DOOer

    At Doo Group, we embrace a culture where continuous growth, collaboration, and creativity are at the heart of everything we do. As a DOO, you’ll collaborate with top professionals from around the globe, dive into exciting projects, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of finance.

    Unlock your potential with Doo Group. Apply now and step into a role where your impact is celebrated!

    Discover your potential with Doo Group. Apply now and be part of our success story!

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