Associate Director- Enterprise Risk Management

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) to strengthen the organizations risk framework. The role involves driving risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting processes while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, stakeholder management skills, and deep expertise in risk frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the next phase of the implementation and continuous improvement of the Enterprise Risk Management framework in line with COSO principles
• Develop, monitor, and report Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Early Warning Indicators (EWIs) to proactively identify emerging risks
• Engage with risk owners across business units to identify, assess, and mitigate risks
• Track risk mitigation plans and ensure timely follow-ups and closure of action items
• Collect, validate, and analyze risk-related data to ensure accuracy and reliability in reporting
• Prepare and present risk reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management and the Risk Management Committee
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including SEBI LODR regulations related to risk management
• Coordinate with external consultants to provide inputs and support risk-related initiatives
• Support the implementation and optimization of ERM tools and systems
• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance risk management efficiency and effectiveness
• Benchmark and adopt leading market practices in enterprise risk management
• Continuously monitor risk indicators and ensure they remain within acceptable thresholds

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory. Additional preferred qualification Certified Internal Auditors (CIA), Institute of Risk Management (IRM) Level 5, Certified Enterprise Risk Manager (CERM), COSO Enterprise Risk Management Certificate etc.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit, or related domains in IT/ITES Industry (listed companies or regulated environments or in Big 4 in advisory role)
• Exposure to risk reporting for board-level committees
• Strong understanding of ERM frameworks, particularly COSO and ISO 31000 risk standards
• Experience in designing and managing KRIs and EWIs. Familiarity with data analytics tools is an advantage
• Familiarity with SEBI LODR regulations, especially regarding Risk Management Committee requirements
• Experience working with external consultants or advisory firms

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• High attention to detail and data validation skills
• Proficiency in preparing executive-level presentations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong process improvement mindset
• Knowledge of ERM tools and systems implementation