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Risk and Internal Control Officer

UPDC Plc

Lagos, Nigeria Permanent

Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now

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Job description

## Title: Risk and Internal Control Officer

About the Role

This vacancy presents an excellent opportunity to join a leading organization in a strategic risk management position.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management

  • Conduct comprehensive enterprise-wide risk assessments covering project development, sales, leasing, property management, hotel operations, and facility services
  • Monitor key risk indicators to identify potential threats and emerging risks
  • Provide periodic reports to Management and the Board
  • Analyse market trends, regulatory updates, and macroeconomic factors affecting real estate investments, facility management, and hospitality operations to inform strategic decision-making
  • Stay abreast of developments in the real estate, facility management, and hospitality sectors to bring an informed perspective to the risk management and compliance process
  • Maintain and periodically update the corporate risk register, documenting risk ratings, mitigation strategies, and implementation progress
  • Collaborate with business unit heads to embed risk awareness and controls in daily operations

Internal Control

  • Review and assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management frameworks across all departments and operational units
  • Identify control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, or compliance breaches; recommend practical solutions and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions
  • Conduct daily and periodic reviews of key financial, operational, and administrative transactions to detect control lapses or irregularities
  • Follow up on the implementation of risk mitigation and audit recommendations

Compliance & Governance

  • Ensure company-wide compliance with relevant laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry standards; escalate breaches or non-compliance promptly to Management
  • Support the development and enforcement of risk and compliance policies, procedures, and controls
  • Promote a culture of risk awareness by organizing workshops and capacity-building sessions

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