Chief Risk Officer

Chief Risk Officer

CAREER OPPORTUNITY 

Join our team and let’s grow together!

Join our team at Goddard Enterprises Ltd - (GEL) and become a part of a continuously expanding and financially sound multinational conglomerate which has a robust presence across six diverse industries, spanning over 100 companies, strategically positioned in twenty-seven (27) countries in the Caribbean, Latin America and North America. We are committed to our mission of being successful and responsible while satisfying our customers, employees, partners and shareholders. Our team of 8,000 talented professionals from diverse backgrounds, share our values of innovation, continuous improvement, and service excellence. We believe in providing our employees with opportunities for career growth and professional development, to help them reach their full potential, in an environment where everyone can thrive.

We are looking for an experienced and talented Chief Risk Officer (CRO). This position reports to the Managing Director.

THE ROLE: 

The Chief Risk Officer (CRO) at Goddard Enterprises Limited (GEL) is a senior executive responsible for leading the enterprise risk management framework across the Group. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team and Executive Management Committee, the CRO ensures effective risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all business functions and Divisional operations. The role partners with the Group CFO and Group ICT Manager, and contributes to the Board Audit, Risk, & Compliance Committee, aligning risk initiatives with strategic organizational goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement GEL’s enterprise risk management (ERM) strategy and framework.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize financial, operational, compliance, and technology risks.
• Lead risk governance initiatives, policies, and controls across Divisions.
• Provide risk reporting and analytics to the Executive Leadership Team and Board.
• Chair the Executive Risk Committee and contribute to Board Audit, Risk & Compliance Committees.
• Partner with Group CFO on financial risk oversight, market exposure, credit risk, and financial controls.
• Collaborate with Group ICT Manager on cybersecurity, data protection, and emerging tech risks.
• Monitor emerging risks including those related to digital transformation, AI, and cloud solutions.
• Oversee operational, business continuity, reputational and ESG risks.
• Ensure regulatory and legal compliance through audits, reviews, and proactive governance.
• Direct enterprise-wide risk assessment programs and internal control evaluations.
• Provide risk insights for M&A, investments, and strategic initiatives.
• Develop risk dashboards, KPIs, and risk appetite statements for organizational oversight.
• Mentor leaders and support the alignment of business practices with a risk-aware culture across all Divisions.
• Collaborate on hedging, and financial exposure management programs.
• Partner with Human Resources and operations teams to drive process improvements and performance enhancement initiatives through risk management strategies.

 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Preferred: CFA or CPA.
• Preferred: MBA, or Master’s in Risk Management.
• 10+ years in corporate risk management, finance, audit, or compliance leadership.
• Proven experience as a Chief Risk Officer, Risk Manager, or equivalent.
• Deep knowledge of risk governance, regulatory compliance, and internal controls.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

 KEY COMPETENCIES:

• The successful candidate will be a strategic leader with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of managing complex risk scenarios and large datasets.
• They will demonstrate proven leadership in enterprise risk management, business continuity, and operational resilience across diverse business units and industries.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential, along with a continuous improvement mindset and proficiency in risk management tools and Microsoft Office applications.

 BENEFITS:

An attractive remuneration and benefits package is being offered commensurate with the candidates’ experience. Our benefits package includes participation in the Group Life, Medical Insurance and Pension Schemes, opportunities for training & development and Paid time off for vacation. Through our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) you have the opportunity to be a part-owner of GEL (where eligible)—let’s grow together!

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please complete your application process no later than June 20^th, 2025 at:

https://goddardenterprisesltd.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/goddardenteterprisesltd/job/Chief-Risk-Officer_JR103940-1

 We thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for interview will receive acknowledgement.