Risk Officer Job at Mshel Homes Limited

Mshel Homes Limited is a real estate development and marketing company incorporated in 2018 with a unique vision to be the leading real estate company in Nigeria, with an outstanding reputation for honesty, integrity and impeccable customer service.

At Mshel Homes Limited our mission is to create a lifetime relationship with our clientele by deliverying property solutions through innovative and technological driven processes that caters to your real estate needs whilst adhering to the highest standards, systems and performance goals necessary to achieving your dreams.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Risk Officer

Job Location: Abuja
Employment type: Full-time (On-site)

Job Summary

• The Risk Officer is responsible for supporting the Group in identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring potential risks that could impact Mshel Group’s operations, assets, and reputation.
• The role ensures the effective implementation of the Group’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and promotes a strong risk culture across all subsidiaries, including Mshel Homes, Mshel Construction, and Mshel Facility Management.

Key Responsibilities
Risk Identification and Assessment:

• Identify and analyze potential operational, financial, legal, reputational, and strategic risks.
• Maintain and update the Group’s risk register and ensure continuous monitoring of key risk exposures.
• Conduct regular risk assessments for projects, business units, and subsidiaries.

Risk Monitoring and Reporting:

• Track key risk indicators (KRIs) and generate monthly and quarterly risk reports.
• Escalate significant risk incidents to the Management for timely intervention.
• Contribute to Board Risk Committee presentations and reporting templates.

Policy and Framework Implementation:

• Assist in the development and implementation of the Group’s Enterprise Risk Management framework.
• Review existing policies and recommend improvements to enhance risk control systems.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory risk-related requirements.

Risk Mitigation and Internal Controls:

• Work with department heads to design and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Conduct risk control testing and evaluate the effectiveness of mitigation actions.
• Identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective measures.

Compliance and Governance:

• Support adherence to internal policies, ethical standards, and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit, Finance, and Legal teams to address audit findings and compliance gaps.
• Ensure all subsidiaries operate within approved risk appetite and tolerance levels.

Training and Risk Awareness:

• Organize periodic risk management awareness sessions for staff.
• Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and compliance across the Group.

Business Continuity:

• Support the development and maintenance of business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Participate in periodic testing of continuity plans to ensure readiness and resilience.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of risk assessment and reporting.
• Percentage of risks effectively mitigated or reduced.
• Compliance rate with Group policies and regulatory requirements.
• Improvement in staff risk awareness and reporting culture.
• Reduction in the frequency or severity of risk incidents.

Work Relationships

• Internal: Internal Audit, Finance, Legal, Operations, HR, IT, and Subsidiary Risk Representatives.
• External: External auditors, regulatory bodies, and risk consultants.

Education, Experience & Other Requirements
Educational Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related discipline from a recognized institution.
• A Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field will be an added advantage.
• Professional Certifications (Added Advantage)
• Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP)
• Certified Risk Manager (CRM)
• Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• ISO 31000 Risk Management Certification

Experience:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in risk management, internal control, audit, or compliance, preferably within a real estate, construction, financial, or corporate environment.
• Proven track record in identifying and mitigating operational, financial, and compliance risks.
• Experience working with enterprise risk management tools or frameworks is desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills for risk assessment and reporting.
• Good understanding of internal control systems, regulatory compliance, and governance frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and risk management software/tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare clear reports and presentations.

Behavioral Competencies:

• High integrity, ethical conduct, and confidentiality.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proactive, objective, and results-driven mindset.
• Willingness to travel to project sites or subsidiary locations when required.

Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 / Month.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: mshelrecruitment@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.