Director of Risk Management

Team ZAK is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization committed to operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. We pride ourselves on building resilient systems, empowering our teams, and proactively managing risk to protect our people, assets, and reputation.

Position Overview

Team ZAK is seeking a strategic and highly analytical Director of Risk Management to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of our enterprise-wide risk management framework. This role is responsible for identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks across operational, financial, strategic, regulatory, and reputational domains.

The Director of Risk Management will partner closely with executive leadership to ensure risks are proactively managed and aligned with the organization’s long-term objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement a comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) strategy.

Establish risk appetite and tolerance levels in alignment with business objectives.

Advise executive leadership and the Board on emerging risks and mitigation strategies.

Foster a strong risk-aware culture across all departments.

Risk Identification & Assessment

Design and maintain risk assessment methodologies and tools.

Identify operational, financial, compliance, cybersecurity, and strategic risks.

Conduct regular risk assessments and scenario analyses.

Maintain and update the corporate risk register.

Risk Mitigation & Controls

Develop and oversee risk mitigation plans and internal controls.

Collaborate with department leaders to implement control measures.

Monitor effectiveness of risk controls and recommend improvements.

Oversee business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

Compliance & Governance

Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Lead internal risk audits and coordinate with external auditors.

Develop and maintain policies and procedures related to risk management.

Report risk metrics and key risk indicators (KRIs) to senior leadership.

Crisis Management

Lead crisis response planning and execution.

Develop incident response protocols.

Conduct post-incident reviews and implement corrective actions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).

8–12+ years of progressive experience in risk management, compliance, internal audit, or related leadership roles.

Demonstrated experience designing and implementing enterprise risk frameworks.

Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and governance best practices.

Professional certifications such as CRM, CRMP, CFA, CPA, or equivalent preferred.

Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives.

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking and decision-making

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Executive-level communication and presentation skills

High integrity and ethical judgment

Crisis leadership and adaptability

Data-driven mindset

What We Offer

Competitive executive compensation package

Performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and innovative work environment