Head of Loss Control

We are recruiting!Our client is looking for a Head of Loss Control to join their team within the retail industry:Responsibilities Risk Assessment and Mitigation • Identifying and mitigating risks facing the company as well as the risks faced by individual departments.o Absence /lack of internal controls o Poor or weak controls.o Lack of monitoring of controlso Ability of management to override controls• Systematic and comprehensive risk based internal audit approach integrated into strategic, operational, financial reviews, processes, and practiceso Identification of risk areas or activities,o Assessment to measure the degree of risk or materiality associated with a particular area or activity.Audit and Stock takes • Annual audit planning, prioritising the high value and high-risk areas of the organisation.o Conducting of audits and stock take to approved plano Submission of audit reports (Compliance audits, financial audits, Operational audits, Forensic audits)Investigation and Judicial Liaison • Establishing and monitoring the risk tolerance of the company and allocating the resources as appropriate on any investigation involving an employee/criminal act and or any subsequent legal action taken on behalf of the organisation against the said employee.Compliance Control and Strategy • Ensuring that management is held accountable for any losses of any sort, including theft, fraud, and damages in their respective areas of responsibility.• Providing assurance to the Loss Control Exec Committee, through monthly reports, which show the controls implemented are proving effective.• Ensuring Compliance under the following categories:o Regulatory Compliance o Industry Standardso Internal PoliciesInsurance Management• Ensuring that any insured loss suffered by the organisation and its associated companies is registered/ notified to the insurance company immediately.o All damaged and lost items are claimedo Facilitating site visits by insurance assessoro Ensuring that inventory and fixed assets are not under insured.Qualifications • Degree in Forensics, Police Studies, or equivalent.• Certified Fraud examiner Certificate or equivalent.Experience: o Minimum of 5 years’ experience in loss prevention, security, or a related field, preferably in a retail environment.Skills: o Strong observational and analytical skills.o Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.o Proficiency in using security systems and software.o Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.If you qualify, please email your cv in plain MS Word format to: pchinenere@priconsultants.comPLEASE NOTE: ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED