Company: Wigmore Trading
Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Wigmore Trading

Wigmore Trading is a rapidly growing international trading company with operations across Africa and global markets. Our business spans commodities, logistics, and international trade, working with a wide network of commercial partners and suppliers.

To support the integrity and security of our operations, we are seeking a Corporate Security & Risk Analyst based in Accra, Ghana. This role will help monitor operational risk, ensure business partners operate in line with agreed standards, and support the protection of the company’s assets and reputation.

Role Overview

The Corporate Security & Risk Analyst will support Wigmore Trading’s efforts to ensure that commercial partners, suppliers, and contractors operate in accordance with contractual obligations and ethical business practices.

The role involves risk monitoring, partner due diligence, investigation support, and intelligence gathering to ensure the smooth and secure operation of business activities.

This position requires a disciplined, analytical, and highly discreet professional with strong judgment and a good understanding of business environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess commercial and operational risks associated with suppliers, contractors, and partners

• Conduct due diligence and background checks on prospective business partners

• Support the review of partnerships to ensure compliance with agreements and company standards

• Assist in investigations relating to disputes, fraud risks, or operational irregularities

• Gather and analyse intelligence relevant to security, operational, and commercial risks

• Prepare reports and risk assessments for internal management

• Work with internal teams to ensure business integrity and operational compliance

• Support efforts to protect company assets, personnel, and commercial reputation

• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional discretion

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a high-calibre professional with strong analytical ability and a disciplined approach to risk assessment and corporate integrity.

Candidates should ideally possess:

• A degree in Law, Security Studies, Criminology, Business, Economics, International Relations, or a related field

• Strong analytical and investigative skills

• The ability to identify risks within commercial relationships

• High ethical standards and strong professional discretion

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A proactive and detail-oriented mindset

Experience in corporate security, investigations, compliance, intelligence analysis, or operational risk management will be highly advantageous.

Preferred Educational Background

Candidates may have studied at leading institutions such as:

• University of Ghana (Legon)

• Ashesi University

• Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)

• Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)

• University of Cape Coast

• Central University

• London School of Economics

• University of Oxford

• University of Cambridge

Applicants from other reputable universities with strong academic backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong analytical and investigative capability

• High level of professionalism and integrity

• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially

• Strong understanding of business risk and operational environments

• Excellent reporting and documentation skills

• Ability to work independently and make sound judgments

What We Offer

• A full-time role within a dynamic and expanding international trading company

• Exposure to complex commercial operations across Ghana, Africa, and global markets

• Opportunities to develop expertise in corporate security, risk management, and business integrity

• Competitive salary and career development opportunities

• A professional and fast-paced working environment

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to:

jobs@wigmoretrading.com