Process and Control Manager

Established in 2004, Mercuria is one of the leading integrated energy and commodity trading companies in the world. We bring energy markets together to support the needs of today by trading, structuring finance, and investing into strategic assets, while generating more than $110 billion in turnover.
Our operations span over 50 countries on 5 continents, including all the major energy hubs. We trade physical oil, energy products, environmental products and other commodities from Geneva, London, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Dubai, Houston, Calgary and Greenwich (CT).
We are committed to advancing the transition to a more sustainable, affordable and reliable energy system for tomorrow. Over 50% of our assets are in low carbon & energy transition sectors - providing a strong platform to trade these new markets and support decarbonization.
In 2023, we established Silvania, a $500 million fund, investing into restoration and protection of nature and biodiversity globally and in support of the Paris Agreement goals & UN 30x30 biodiversity initiative. This new asset class supports nature protection and provides sustainable financial returns.

The role
As the Process & Control Manager at Mercuria you will be responsible for overseeing the identification, assessment, and management of technology risks across the organization processes for new and existing technologies with a strong emphasis on processes and controls.
This role ensures that robust internal controls are in place to identify and mitigate risks effectively, comply with policy requirements, and develop management reporting on control gaps. The individual in this role will provide strategic guidance to senior leadership, lead risk management initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in the technology processes.
You will ensure a strong internal control environment, be familiar and adhere to all Mercuria policies and processes that mitigate risks for the Company, function, and department.

Key responsibilities
Identify and assess financial and operational risks related to existing or new products and processes.
Conduct risk assessments, evaluating likelihood and impact.
Develop process documentation, internal controls, and checklists.
Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
Test control effectiveness and address weaknesses as needed.
Lead development and follow-up of risk mitigation strategies and action plans.
Ensure timely resolution of identified issues and gaps.
Collaborate with key functions (finance, IT, legal, compliance, audit) to align risk management efforts.
Provide expertise, training, and guidance on risk and control best practices.
Foster a risk-aware culture and promote ownership of internal controls across the organization.

Technical expertise:
Education: Bachelor’s degree Technology, Finance, Risk Management, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
At least 5 years of experience in technology/operational risk management, internal audit or a related field, with a focus on technology risk
Strong experience in the development of risk management practices, framework and methodologies
Demonstrated ability to work independently, managing complex documentation projects with minimal supervision
Fluent English

Additional Qualifications & Skills
Professional certifications such as CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), or equivalent are a plus
Proven knowledge of ITIL best practices; certification in ITIL v4 is an asset.
Proficiency in risk management software, Excel, data analysis, and reporting tools. Knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and control frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for preparing reports and delivering presentations to senior management and stakeholders
Ability to manage complex data and ensure thoroughness in control assessments and documentation
Experience working in or supporting commodity trading or similar industries is a plus