Risk Management / Compliance

Risk Manager

Human Capital Partners·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Contract
Risk Management / CompliancemanagerFull TimeContract
-Closes Nov 20, 2026

Human Capital Partners (HCP) - Our client, a Pharmaceutical Company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Risk Manager

Job Location: Lagos

Job Summary

  • The Risk Manager will be responsible for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating risks that may impact the organisation’s operations, reputation, financial performance, and strategic objectives.
  • The role will ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, policies, and controls in alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
  • The successful candidate will provide strategic risk advisory support to management while promoting a strong risk management culture across the organisation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
  • 7–10 years of relevant experience in risk management, internal audit, compliance, or enterprise risk management, preferably within the pharmaceutical or manufacturing sector.
  • Master's degree or MBA will be an added advantage.
  • Professional certifications such as CRM, CRISC, CIA, ACCA, CISA, or other relevant risk management certifications are preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management frameworks including COSO and ISO 31000.
  • Experience in developing and maintaining risk registers, risk assessment methodologies, and risk reporting frameworks.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
  • Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements within the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and risk management systems/tools.
  • Ability to influence business leaders and drive organisation-wide risk management initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional environment.
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At a glance

Company

Human Capital Partners

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

manager

Valid until

November 20, 2026

Created

October 28, 2026

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