DBS Bank

Executive Director, Department Head, Operational Risk Management

DBS Bank  •  Mumbai, IN (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Business Function

The Risk Management Group (RMG) is responsible for the development and maintenance of robust risk management and internal control frameworks across the bank. RMG works closely with business and support units to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks, ensuring the bank operates within its risk appetite while complying with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Within RMG, the Operational Risk function plays a critical role in strengthening the bank's resilience by overseeing the management of operational risks across processes, people, systems, and external events. The team drives a strong risk culture, supports effective governance, and provides independent challenge to ensure sustainable business growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the Bank's Operational Risk Management Framework, policies, standards, and methodologies.
  • Oversee the identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of operational risks across business and support functions.
  • Provide independent risk oversight and challenge to ensure operational risks are effectively managed within the Bank's risk appetite.
  • Partner with business units and stakeholders to evaluate key operational risk exposures and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Monitor emerging risks, industry trends, regulatory developments, and internal risk events to proactively address potential vulnerabilities.
  • Manage and oversee operational risk assessments, risk and control self-assessments (RCSA), key risk indicators (KRIs), scenario analyses, and incident management processes.
  • Support governance forums, risk committees, and senior management through insightful risk reporting and recommendations.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and adherence to industry best practices in operational risk management.
  • Drive initiatives to strengthen risk awareness, accountability, and risk culture across the organization.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of risk professionals, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in Operational Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Audit, Compliance, or related risk disciplines within the banking or financial services industry.
  • Strong understanding of operational risk frameworks, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices.
  • Proven experience in managing operational risk programs, including risk assessments, control evaluations, incident management, and risk reporting.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex risks and recommend practical solutions.
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive a strong risk culture within a large and complex organization.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to articulate risk issues and recommendations to senior management and governance committees.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate emerging risks and develop innovative risk management approaches.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business, Accounting, or a related discipline. Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, CPA, CIA, or equivalent will be an advantage.

Location:

Mumbai

Job:

Risk Management

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time

DBS Bank

About DBS Bank

DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. The bank's "AA-" and "Aa1" credit ratings are among the highest in the world.

Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” by Global Finance, “World’s Best Bank” by Euromoney and “Global Bank of the Year” by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named “World’s Best Digital Bank” by Euromoney and the world’s “Most Innovative in Digital Banking” by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the “Safest Bank in Asia“ award by Global Finance for 14 consecutive years from 2009 to 2022.

DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region’s most dynamic markets. DBS is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, as it banks the Asian way. Through the DBS Foundation, the bank creates impact beyond banking by supporting social enterprises: businesses with a double bottom-line of profit and social and/or environmental impact. DBS Foundation also gives back to society in various ways, including equipping communities with future-ready skills and building food resilience.

With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities. For more information, please visit www.dbs.com

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Singapore, SG
Year Founded
1968
Website
dbs.com
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