Head of Risk
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LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience15+ yrs
DepartmentFinance
Company size51–200 people
PostedOct 27, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Own the enterprise risk framework across the group
Lead on market risk: commodity exposure, asset and charter risk, foreign exchange, and interest rate risk, including hedging strategy and execution
Manage credit and counterparty risk, particularly in the context of the group's trading and commercial activities
Lead on financial regulatory and compliance risk, monitoring the evolving regulatory environment and its implications for the group's financing and capital structure
Manage liquidity and working capital management risk in conjunction with the group’s capital structure strategy
Own the reporting and communication process with existing and prospective investors and joint venture partners providing institutional-grade financial reporting and strategic updates
Oversee a team of senior finance professionals across the group, including finance operations
Presentation skills should be top notch (written and oral internal and external) including advanced PowerPoint and Excel
15 + years of experience working in a trading house or asset heavy organisation
A self-starter who handles ambiguity well
Union Maritime is a fast paced entrepreneurial environment, we require all staff to be in the office 5 days per week
Skills
PowerPoint
Excel
About the company
Established in 2006, Union Maritime Ltd has experienced rapid growth to become an international shipping group with offices in 3 continents and is at the forefront of the maritime industry, offering our customers cutting-edge transportation and logistics solutions. We constantly push the boundaries of what is possible, leveraging the latest technologies and industry’s best practices to deliver unparalleled efficiency and reliability. Whether it’s our innovative approach to cargo handling or our use of data analytics to optimize routes and logistics, we are dedicated to staying ahead of the curve. We have a diversified vessel portfolio in the tanker and dry bulk sectors with a strong presence in clean products and light chemical market, a revenue in excess of $500m and a fleet of circa 80 vessels under management. At Union Maritime Ltd, we don’t just meet the needs of our customers; we anticipate them. Join us on the cutting edge of maritime innovation and experience the Union Maritime difference.
About the role
The Position
We are looking for a Risk professional to own the enterprise risk framework across the group, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and appropriately managed or mitigated at group and entity level.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
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Lead on market risk: commodity exposure, asset and charter risk, foreign exchange, and interest rate risk, including hedging strategy and execution.
•
Manage credit and counterparty risk, particularly in the context of the group’s trading and commercial activities.
•
Lead on financial regulatory and compliance risk, monitoring the evolving regulatory environment and its implications for the group’s financing and capital structure.
•
Manage liquidity and working capital management risk in conjunction with the group’s capital structure strategy
•
Own the reporting and communication process with existing and prospective investors and joint venture partners providing institutional-grade financial reporting and strategic updates
•
Oversee a team of senior finance professionals across the group, including finance operations.
Job Knowledge and Experience
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Presentation skills should be top notch (written and oral internal and external) including advanced PowerPoint and Excel.
•
15 + years of experience working in a trading house or asset heavy organisation.
•
A self-starter who handles ambiguity well.
•
Union Maritime is a fast paced entrepreneurial environment, we require all staff to be in the office 5 days per week.