UAC Restaurants (UACR) is seeking a Risk and Compliance Manager to oversee its risk management and compliance programs in Lagos. The role involves staying up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, developing and implementing compliance policies, conducting regular audits, and ensuring employees are aware of compliance requirements. The role also involves risk assessment, training employees on compliance matters, maintaining accurate records of compliance activities, and fostering a culture of compliance and risk awareness. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to food safety, health, and business operations. Candidates should be detail-oriented and have the ability to analyze complex data.
Job Title: Risk and Compliance Manager
Location: Lagos
Job type: Full Time
Job Overview
- As a Risk and Compliance Manager in a restaurant chain, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing risk management and compliance programs to ensure the restaurant’s operations are in accordance with legal and industry standards.
- You will identify potential risks, create strategies to mitigate them, and ensure that the restaurant chain operates ethically and within regulatory guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance Management:
- Stay up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to the restaurant industry.
- Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments to identify areas of improvement.
- Ensure all employees are aware of and adhere to compliance requirements.
Risk Assessment:
- Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities within the restaurant chain’s operations.
- Develop risk management strategies and action plans.
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk mitigation efforts.
Training and Education:
- Provide training to employees on compliance matters, including food safety, health regulations, and ethical conduct.
- Foster a culture of compliance and risk awareness within the organization.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of compliance activities and reports.
- Prepare regular reports for senior management and regulatory authorities.
Communication:
- Serve as the point of contact for regulatory agencies and authorities.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure compliance in all aspects of restaurant operations.
Incident Response:
- Develop and implement procedures for handling compliance violations and incidents.
- Investigate and address compliance breaches and take corrective actions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Law, Hospitality Management).
- 6yrs+ of proven experience in risk management, compliance, or a related role, preferably within the restaurant or food service industry.
- Strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to food safety, health, and business operations.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze complex data.
- Certifications in risk management or compliance (e.g., Certified Risk Manager, Certified Compliance Professional) may be preferred.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should please send their CV to: recruitment@uacrestaurants.com using “Risk and Compliance Manager” as the subject of the email.