Assistant Specialist: Risk at DP World

DP World - We exist to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 108,100 employees spanning 74 countries on six continents. We are pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses - Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Specialist: Risk 

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time - Onsite

Job Function

• Analyse potential risks that could impact the organization's operations, finances, or reputation, support the implementation of strategies to minimize or manage identified risks.

Key Performance Areas

• Track performance of insurance brokers and escalate issues appropriately: Supports cost-effective insurance partnerships and contributes to financial risk reduction.
• Assist in evaluating operational risks related to fleet, cargo, and warehouse activities: Helps identify and mitigate risks that could lead to financial losses or operational disruptions.
• Liaise with internal teams (Fleet, Warehouse, Workshop) to gather risk-related data: Builds collaborative relationships and ensures accurate risk reporting.
• Provide administrative support for insurance claims processing and documentation: Facilitates smooth communication between departments and external insurance providers.
• Support the review and documentation of insurance policies and claims: Ensures proper record-keeping and contributes to policy compliance.
• Help monitor compliance with internal risk policies and external regulations: Assists in maintaining regulatory standards and internal controls.
• Maintain risk registers and assist in preparing reports for management: Supports structured risk tracking and decision-making.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Finance, Risk Management, Accountancy or equivalent obtained from a recognized tertiary institution.

Experience and Skills Required:

• A minimum of two (2) years' work experience in a reputable organization.
• Exposure to basic risk or insurance operations through internships, NYSC, or entry-level roles in logistics, transportation, or related sectors.
• Experience supporting documentation, data collection, or compliance tasks within a structured team environment.
• Quantitative and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance.
• Ability to stay updated on industry trends and regulations.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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