Risk & Internal Control Manager at BAS Group

BAS Group is building a modern, ethical financial ecosystem that combines financial advisory, wealth management, insurance, and technology to empower individuals, SMEs, and institutions across Nigeria. With rapidly expanding business units—BAS Wealth, BAS Insurance, BAS Technologies, and Ally Healthcare—we are at the forefront of innovation in fintech, insurtech, and investment services.

Job Details

Job Title: Risk & Internal Control Manager
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

We are seeking a forward-thinking Risk & Internal Control Manager to strengthen our governance structure, enhance operational resilience, and build a trusted risk culture across all subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will lead risk management and control initiatives that ensure safe scaling of our diverse financial and technology operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and continuously improve the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework across the group and its subsidiaries.

• Identify, assess, monitor, and report key risks (financial, operational, compliance, strategic, and technological) while implementing effective mitigation strategies.

• Establish and maintain robust internal control systems (preventive, detective, corrective) across all business units.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (tech, insurance, advisory) to integrate risk and control measures into daily operations and product development.

• Conduct control testing, reviews, control self-assessments (CSAs), and internal audits periodically.

• Monitor and track the resolution of internal and external audit findings to ensure timely remediation.

• Prepare and present comprehensive risk and control dashboards, key risk indicators (KRIs), and periodic reports to senior management and the Board.

• Provide advisory input on risk exposure, scenario analysis, stress testing, and control improvement strategies.

• Promote a risk-aware culture through training sessions, awareness programs, and effective communication.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Professional certifications such as ACCA, ACA, CIA, CISM, CRISC, or their equivalents.

• 7–10 years of experience in risk management, internal audit, internal control, or compliance—preferably in financial services, fintech, insurance, or asset management.

• Strong understanding of risk frameworks such as COSO or ISO 31000.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and implement regulatory compliance standards.

• Advanced analytical and reporting skills, with proficiency in risk metrics and dashboards.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information for executive stakeholders.

• High integrity, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to build and shape the governance framework of a fast-growing financial ecosystem.

• Exposure to multiple industries: fintech, insurance, wealth management, and advisory.

• Competitive compensation and growth-focused work environment.

• Meaningful work that contributes to safer and smarter financial innovation in Nigeria.

Salary

₦700,000 – ₦1,000,000 per month

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter using the subject line:
“Risk & Internal Control Manager – BAS Group.”

Application deadline

Not specified