Risk Analyst and Internal Control Officer

About the Role

GTI Group is seeking a qualified Risk Analyst and Internal Control Officer to join our team in Lagos, Nigeria. This position plays a critical role in managing enterprise-wide risk and ensuring robust internal controls across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a group-wide Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and risk appetite statement
• Identify, assess, and monitor material risks across the group, ensuring effective mitigation and internal controls
• Provide timely risk monitoring, reporting, and early-warning insights to executive management
• Oversee business continuity planning, operational resilience, and investigation of major risk incidents
• Develop and implement risk assessment frameworks
• Analyze loan applications and assess creditworthiness
• Implement loan recovery strategies and negotiate repayment plans
• Monitor and track delinquent accounts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in Financial Services with focus on risk management and credit control
• Strong understanding of financial risk identification, assessment, and compliance processes
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (CBN, SEC, NDIC)

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CRM, CFA, ACCA, or ICAN