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Job ID : 1612320 Date Updated : September 16th, 2026

Manager, Operational Risk Management

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 9 million yen ~ 14 million yen

Job Description

Play a key role in improving the enterprise-wide risk management framework within the Operational Risk Management (ORM) Division.
Strengthen first-line risk management by supporting control understanding and enhancing risk data quality.
Promote a strong risk culture through the internal Risk Champion program and deliver education and training initiatives.
Facilitate timely and effective escalation of risk issues by building trust and collaboration with internal stakeholders, including senior management.
Lead cross-divisional collaboration to increase the effectiveness of risk management practices.
Manage and develop the ORM team by providing training, upskilling, and supporting career growth to enhance expertise and performance.
Oversee operational risk, fraud risk, backlog management, financial risk reporting, and support the Risk Management Committee.

Employee Benefits:
In accordance with Japanese labour law

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 3 years
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Business Level
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

Extensive experience in operational risk management, internal controls, auditing, or related fields, preferably within life insurance
Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and drive successful project delivery
Strong leadership skills with experience in team management and talent development
Adaptable and proactive approach to thriving in fast-paced, evolving environments
Deep understanding of risk culture integration and hands-on experience with organizational change and cultural transformation
Solid project management skills combined with comprehensive knowledge of insurance industry operations
Native Japanese and oral and written communication skills in Japanese and English

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 9 million yen ~ 14 million yen
Industry Insurance

Job Category