Senior Risk Associate
Jakarta - Indonesia
Risk - Fraud & Abuse – Risk /
Full-time /
On-site
Overview
BukuWarung is SEA’s fastest growing startup and we are building the digital infrastructure for 60 million MSMEs in Indonesia, enabling them to efficiently manage and grow their business, starting with digital bookkeeping, online storefront & payments. BukuWarung’s vision is to empower 60 million MSMEs in Indonesia to become financially aware and enable them to manage and grow their business using technology.
BukuWarung is backed by top tier VCs globally: Peter Thiel’s Valar Ventures, Goodwater Capital, Y-Combinator, AC Ventures, Quona Capital, East Ventures, Golden Gate Ventures, Rocketship.vc, Tanglin Venture Partners and strategic angel investors from Stripe, PayPal, Plaid, Grab, Gojek, Facebook, AirBnB, Fast, Mastercard etc.
Job Description
- We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Risk Associate to join our dynamic team in Jakarta. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management within the digital payments and lending industry in Indonesia. As a Senior Risk Associate, you will play a crucial role in assessing and mitigating risks associated with our products and services, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and safeguarding the interests of our customers and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential risks associated with digital payments and lending activities.
- Develop and implement risk management strategies and policies to mitigate identified risks effectively.
- Monitor key risk indicators and trends to proactively identify emerging risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, compliance, and legal, to ensure risk considerations are integrated into business processes and decision-making.
- Conduct regular reviews and audits of existing risk management processes and controls to ensure effectiveness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Analyze data and metrics to assess the performance of risk management initiatives and recommend enhancements or adjustments as needed.
- Stay abreast of regulatory developments and industry best practices related to digital payments and lending to ensure compliance and inform risk management strategies.
- Provide guidance and support to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the risk management function.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA) preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management, preferably within the digital payments and lending industry in Indonesia.
- Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Proficiency in data analysis and risk modeling techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with experience mentoring and coaching junior team members.
- Fluency in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
If this sounds like you, please apply!
