Director, Group Risk

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Be a Part of Something BIG!

Reporting to the VP, you will provide strategic oversight and support of Group Risk and Compliance matters, including resource planning, capability building, and guidance to OpCo Risk and Compliance teams.

Make An Impact By

• Governance Framework Lead the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the Singtel Group Governance Framework to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and internal policies.
• Governance Structure and Accountability Establish clear governance structures, roles, and accountabilities across the Group, ensuring effective oversight and decision-making.
• Monitoring and Escalation Monitor adherence to governance standards and escalate significant gaps or breaches to senior management and the Board Risk Committee.
• Governance Culture Engage senior leaders and functional heads to champion a strong governance culture across the Group.
• Special Projects Leadership Drive strategic GRC-related projects, such as framework modernization and governance transformation initiatives. Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder engagement to deliver outcomes aligned with Group objectives.
• Governance in Strategic Initiatives Support risk assessments for major projects and strategic initiatives, ensuring governance considerations are embedded in decision-making processes.
• Other Responsibilities Perform any other duties as assigned to support Group Risk and Compliance objectives.

Skills for Success

• Relevant degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline; professional certifications (e.g. FRM, CPA, CA, ICA, CISA) strongly preferred.
• At least 15 years of progressive experience in enterprise risk management, governance, compliance and/or internal controls roles, preferably within large, complex or regulated organisations.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and enhancing Group-wide governance and risk frameworks across multiple operating entities or geographies
• Strong experience leading cross-functional, Group-level strategic initiatives (e.g. governance transformation, framework modernisation)
• Experience managing and influencing diverse stakeholders without direct authority, including OpCo risk leaders and functional heads
• Proven leadership credibility to operate at Group level.
• Advanced knowledge of governance, risk management and control concepts, leading risk management practices and standards (e.g. ISO 31000, COSO)
• Strong grasp of governance structures, accountability models, and assurance mechanisms within a federated or matrix organisation.
• Sound judgement in identifying material risk and governance gaps, with the confidence to escalate appropriately to senior management and Board committees.
• Strategic, structured thinker with strong execution discipline, project management capability, and a bias for practical outcomes.
• Strong leadership and engagement skills with ability to manage across functions, levels, cultures and geographies.
• In-depth understanding of the telecommunications/ ICT industry and the risks faced by the Singtel Group and its businesses. These include the technology risks, competition and transformation developments in the telecommunications / ICT industry, environmental risks, regulatory risks, cyber security risks, etc.

Rewards that Go Beyond

• Flexible work arrangements
• Full suite of health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing training and development programs
• Internal mobility opportunities

Are you ready to say hello to BIG Possibilities?

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