Operational Risk Specialist – 1 Year Contract

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and impact-driven professional to lead a key data quality initiative within our Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) environment. This newly established role plays a vital part in strengthening the integrity, accuracy, and reliability of trading data across the organization.

Acting as a bridge between Front Desk data entry and downstream consumption, you will ensure that high-quality data flows seamlessly to Risk, Settlement, and Accounting functions. You will champion data control standards, proactively identify and resolve issues, and enable stakeholders to confidently rely on system data for decision-making and reporting.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and driving continuous improvement in data governance within a fast-paced trading environment.

 

Job Responsibilities

1. Data Quality Monitoring & Governance

  • Monitor and assess the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of data within ETRM systems
  • Provide practical, hands-on guidance to Front Desk users on data entry standards and best practices
  • Partner with Risk, Settlement, and Accounting teams to support data review processes and ensure data integrity for downstream use
  • Establish and track key data quality metrics and continuously improve control frameworks

2. Issue Management & Root Cause Analysis

  • Investigate recurring data discrepancies and quality issues raised by stakeholders
  • Perform root cause analysis to identify underlying drivers (e.g., manual errors, process gaps, system integration issues)
  • Recommend and implement sustainable corrective actions to prevent recurrence
  • Work closely with business and technology teams to resolve data-related challenges

3. Documentation & Standards

  • Develop, maintain, and continuously enhance clear, role-specific documentation on ETRM data standards
  • Create user-friendly quick reference guides to support consistent and accurate data entry
  • Ensure documentation reflects current processes and evolving business requirements

4. Training & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Design and deliver targeted training sessions to Front Desk users and relevant stakeholders
  • Raise awareness of the downstream impact of data quality on risk reporting, settlement accuracy, and financial accounting
  • Act as a trusted advisor to promote a culture of data ownership and accountability across teams

 

Job Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience in trade support, ETRM operations, internal control, risk control, or finance
  • Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle and how data quality impacts Risk, Settlement, Accounting, and reporting
  • Familiarity with data governance practices, issue tracking, and escalation processes
  • Analytical thinking with the ability to perform effective root cause analysis
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across Front Desk and control functions
  • Fast learner with the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment
  • Highly detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and control
  • Hands-on, proactive, and solution-driven
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills

 

Please write in with full resume, present and expected salary, contact telephone number(s), and any other relevant information to :

Email: hr@petrochina.com.sg

We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

 

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