Associate Director - Risk

Role - Associate Director - Enterprise RiskLocation - ChennaiAbout the team and roleThe risk team is responsible for overall risk framework and strategy for the organization. The team develops various risk models, arrives at various sector reports from a risk perspective and provides in depth analysis and recommendation around risk profiles of various clients.This person will be responsible for leading the Risk function to identify, assess, monitor and make timely and measured judgments on all current and potential future risks faced, in order to protect the organization's interest, assets and reputation of the group along with growing shareholder value and profitability.Key responsibilitiesExperience in leading the risk team for the Enterprise portfolio. Should have managed organization level Risk Policies, Credit Underwriting.Handling stress accounts & ensuring recovery.Manage the overall risk framework for the organisation- including updating, establishing new risk management mechanisms, to identify, assess, monitor, measure and control a broad spectrum of risks. Ensure all policies and frameworks are kept updated and deployed to the optimum level.Lead the team, provide guidance and engagement to reach stretch objectives.Develop continuous monitoring and improvement of the quality of the organization's credit and lending portfolio through credit policy direction and implementation.Possess a complete understanding the business. Evaluate, improve, and monitor the business at all times, including assisting in reporting to the Management and providing leadership in the effectiveness of credit risk management controls, systems, and processes across the organization.Close coordination with the Data Science and Tech teams to drive building of models and systems to aid the risk team.Desired Skills and ExperienceCA / MBA Finance with 10+ years of relevant experience in financial services industry in a risk role.Exposure to both wholesale and retail risk in a banking environment will be preferred. Some experience in a business/ sales role within the banking/ NBFC space will be an added advantage.Sector understanding in Mid Market space & Financial Institution space.Good knowledge of interpreting financial trends.Ability to speak at various levels of an organization (CXOs to analysts).Have demonstrated resilience - stayed with companies and taking businesses to scale, have preferably not 'hopped jobs.Present / articulate / position an idea compellingly and ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Work Environment detailsFounder-led entrepreneurial set-up which is defined by speed, agility and creativityHighly empowered and critical role, which makes a difference to Vivriti CapitalYoung, energetic, and highly talented TeamsHard work is the defining aspect of the organizationMode of Work: Work from officeLife at Vivriti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RVPWhJg1FoTechnology Team at Vivriti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auenzZFTSZEFounder's Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUxGWQMVj3UWho We Are?Vivriti is a young, dynamic, and spirited institution that boasts of a large appetite for success through its vision of creating the largest and most valuable platform for enterprise finance. The word 'Vivriti' means progress or development and speaks volumes about our passion to continuously strive for results that add value to our ecosystem. At Vivriti, we are mission driven, challenging the status quo each day, reinventing the Indian debt market space and creating an industry in itself.Over the last four years, the group that consists of two companies - Vivriti Capital, a unique enterprise fintech NBFC, and Vivriti Asset Management, India's fastest growing digital alternate debt fund manager, has built significantly on its vision. Vivriti presently manages assets in excess of US $ 1.2 billion, has offices in Chennai, Mumbai, and Bangalore, and consists of a high-powered team of 350+.Why Join Us?The force driving the business prowess of Vivriti is, the powerful Talent Engine. We are a high energy and supremely passionate bunch of individuals. This is a diverse group of people, who would be best in what they do, are diverse and inclusive, are collaborative and extremely hardworking. Indeed, a very inspiring peer group. This is a team with a shared goal of reshaping the Indian Fixed Income market and change lives of millions of people through our work.We have a keen eye for great Talent, have an appreciation for potential, and an environment which facilitates hyper-performance. Vivriti is known to present with the platform to excel for those who have a desire to reach great heights in their career. We nurture our Talent with great care, encourage ambition, we are compassionate in your failures and cheer your successes. We're proud of our collaborative culture; everyone is ready to lend a helping hand, whether it's your first day on the job or your thousandth.Our Rewards mechanisms are aggressive. High Performance fetches non-linear Rewards. In addition to the fixed component and variable pay, we ensure long term wealth creation for our critical employees through employee stock options. Vivriti is the first tech focused NBFC and asset manager that has provided ESOP liquidity in the last 15 years.We invest in our employees through developmental programs, Professional Development Allowances and Education Grants.Our Benefits are better than the best. To list a few below -Medical Care, Life and Personal Accident Insurance, Critical illness cover.Interest free loans of up to INR 10 Lacs, with no questions asked.Promoting health and wellness at the office with a well-equipped sports and recreation room, regular fitness challenges and organizing leagues of sports events.Caring for your health nutritious food, fruits served round the clock, variety of beverages, etc.Ensuring maximum fun environment through Vivriti Premier League - a 10-month long series of sporting contests, recreation activities on the floor, cultural celebrations, etc. PRB