Executive of Risk Management

About Us

At APA, we are committed to cultivating a workplace founded on integrity, where team collaboration, respect, and inclusion aren't just values — they are ingrained in the way we operate every day. We believe that by embracing diverse perspectives and fostering a supportive environment, we can collectively achieve outstanding results. Our culture is designed to empower each team member to contribute their unique ideas and skills, driving innovation and excellence across all facets of our business. 

📩  Job Title: Executive of Risk Management

📍  Location: Malaysia

🏢  Department: Risk Management

Support the independent risk function across all APA businesses by assisting in the identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of risks across the organization. The role involves providing analytical and operational support to the Risk function, contributing to effective implementation of risk frameworks, and ensuring accurate and timely execution of risk-related activities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Risk Framework Design & Implementation


• Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of risk management frameworks, policies, and                  procedures in line with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.


• Support the execution of risk assessments in response to business changes, regulatory updates, and internal    reviews, including documentation of identified risks and tracking of mitigation actions.


•  Assist in incident management processes, including logging incidents, supporting root cause analysis, and         tracking remediation actions to closure.
  


• New Product & Existing Process Risk Review


• Assist in risk assessments of new business proposals, products, features, and processes by gathering relevant information, identifying potential risks, and highlighting control gaps.


• Support the review of business processes to assess alignment with established risk appetite and internal            policies and document observations and recommended improvements.

• Banking Rails Partner Oversight
  


• Support oversight activities for outsourced banking/rails partners by maintaining relevant documentation and    assisting in monitoring compliance with internal risk and compliance requirements.


• Assist in tracking and escalating issues related to third-party performance and risk exposures.
  
  


• Governance & Reporting


• Assist in the preparation of regular risk reports, dashboards, and presentations for Senior Management and        relevant committees.


• Maintain risk registers, issue trackers, and supporting documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy of  reporting.


• Support the analysis of risk data and contribute to the identification of emerging risks and trends.
  

• Business Continuity Management & Outsourcing


• Support the maintenance of the enterprise-wide Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework, including  documentation, testing schedules, and record-keeping.


• Assist in maintaining third-party risk management records, policies, and procedures.


• Support ongoing monitoring of third-party relationships by tracking performance issues and ensuring proper      documentation of reviews.

• Others


• Perform any other related duties that may be assigned by the Management from time to time.
  

• Job Requirements


• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.


• 1–2 years of relevant experience in risk management, compliance, audit, or financial services (fresh graduates  with strong internships may be considered).


• Basic understanding of risk management concepts and regulatory environments, with a strong willingness to      learn and develop expertise.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify potential risks.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders.


• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines under supervision.