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Role & Responsibilities

As an Assistant Manager within the Financial Risk Management ("FRM") Team you will provide a wide range of treasury advisory services to our corporate clients including review and implementation of treasury strategies, policies, target operating models, cash/liquidity management processes, hedging strategies as well as treasury systems selection and implementation.

Job Description

Role & Responsibilities

As an Assistant Manager within the Financial Risk Management ("FRM") Team you will provide a wide range of treasury advisory services to our corporate clients including review and implementation of treasury strategies, policies, target operating models, cash/liquidity management processes, hedging strategies as well as treasury systems selection and implementation.

Project and Team Related

• Manage multiple corporate treasury projects and ensure all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time
• Manage teams and be responsible for delivering high quality results and generating effective and impactful solutions
• Remain current on new developments in corporate treasury
  
  

• Establish, maintain and strength internal and external relationships
• Support senior management team to identify new opportunities
• Draw on your knowledge and experience to create practical and innovative insights for clients contributing to KPMG thought leadership
  
  

• Thorough understanding of corporate Treasury
• Good technical knowledge of treasury systems and previous experience in systems selection and implementation (KYRIBA, FIS, SAP Hana, GTreasury, etc.)
• Good undersigning of cash and liquidity management and previous experience in cash flow forecasting and cash pooling
• Prior experience in financial modeling and financial risk management
• Detailed knowledge of treasury products pricing and accounting treatments
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Prior experiences in managing and motivating a team in Treasury related areas
• Strong ability to map client business requirements and convert the same to a viable business proposition
• Exposure to business development in consulting (Pre-sales support, proposals, RFP responses)
• Strong communication skills with client facing experience.
• Ability to work under pressure – stringent deadlines and tough client conditions which may demand extended working hours.
• Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethic and lead by example
  
  

• As a minimum a bachelor's degree in a relevant field including Finance or Accounting.
• Prior work experience (7+ years) in a corporate treasury function or Consultancy/Big 4 firm
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA or CFA
• Aptitude for quantitative analysis and strong numerical skills with evidence of advanced financial modeling skills
• Experience in analytical and treasury systems such as Kyriba, FIS, SAP HANA, GTreasury, ION, etc.
  
  

• A professional work environment full of challenges and development opportunities
• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Ongoing training and coaching to develop new skills and progress your career
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Accounting

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• Mange multiple FRM projects and ensure all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time
• Own and implement initiatives around market and liquidity risks
• Manage teams as well as senior client stakeholders and be responsible for delivering high quality results and generating effective and impactful solutions
• Play a key role in the development of less experienced staff through mentoring, training and advising
• Remain current on new developments in Risk advisory services capabilities and financial industry knowledge.

• Mange multiple FRM projects and ensure all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time
• Own and implement initiatives around market and liquidity risks
• Manage teams as well as senior client stakeholders and be responsible for delivering high quality results and generating effective and impactful solutions
• Play a key role in the development of less experienced staff through mentoring, training and advising
• Remain current on new developments in Risk advisory services capabilities and financial industry knowledge.

• Establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships
• Identify possible opportunities and direct pursuit for new client opportunities
• Draw on your knowledge and experience to create practical and innovative insights for clients contributing to KPMG thought leadership

• As a minimum a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field including Finance, Financial Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics or similar.
• 10+ years of strong financial risk management /Quantitative analysis experience within financial institutions or Consultancy/big 4 firms
• Professional certification in FRM, PRM, CFA is recommended but not mandatory
• Aptitude for quantitative analysis and strong numerical skills with evidence of advanced financial modeling skills
• Experience in analytical and risk management tools/systems (e.g. Python, R, SAS, VBA, MATLAB)

• Thorough understanding of Market Risk and Liquidity Risk
• Experience in Quantitative Analytics, Market Risk Models including VaR, FRTB, Stress testing, Liquidity Analysis including ILAAP, Capital and RWA Management and Optimization, IRRBB, XVA and PFE
• Experience with risk models development and validation
• Good understanding of Spot and Derivative markets operations for equities, interest rate, credit, commodities and foreign exchange products; Risk management (hedging strategies) and valuation aspects of the same
• Prior experience in Financial Modeling
• Good understanding of local and international regulatory requirements including Basel
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Prior experiences in managing and motivating a team in risk related areas, with clear leadership in market and liquidity risks
• Strong ability to map client business requirements and convert the same to a viable business proposition
• Exposure to business development in consulting (Pre-sales support, proposals, RFP responses)
• Strong communication skills with client facing experience.
• Ability to work under pressure – stringent deadlines and tough client conditions which may demand extended working hours.
• Willingness to travel anywhere within UAE or abroad
• Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethic and lead by example

Job Description:

Tamara is the leading fintech platform in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region, aiming to empower individuals by creating a customer-centric financial super-app.

The company serves millions of users across KSA, UAE, and Kuwait, partnering with global brands such as SHEIN, Jarir, noon, Amazon, IKEA, eXtra, and Farfetch, as well as small and medium businesses.

As the Risk Policy Manager, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing credit risk policies and underwriting standards for all open loop credit products, including unsecured credit cards and revolving facilities.

This role requires strong credit acumen, strategic thinking to balance risk and growth, and prior experience in underwriting and managing credit risk for credit cards.

• Design and maintain robust credit underwriting policies and decisioning frameworks for open loop products, ensuring alignment with Central Bank regulations, the organization's risk appetite, and strategic business goals.
• Partner with product, analytics, and digital teams to develop risk-aligned offerings and support the launch of new open loop credit products with customized underwriting strategies.
• Define and continuously enhance credit approval criteria, scorecard usage, and segmentation strategies. Monitor underwriting KPIs (approval rates, delinquency, vintage curves) and suggest changes to improve performance.
• Collaborate with Credit Operations, Collections, Compliance, and Technology teams to ensure effective policy implementation, and present credit risk insights and policy updates to senior leadership and governance forums.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance, Business, or Engineering or a related field;

4-8 years of credit risk experience, with a strong emphasis on credit card and open loop product underwriting;

Proven ability to design and implement credit policies for unsecured lending products in consumer finance;

Strong knowledge of credit bureau data, scorecards, and automated decisioning systems;

Familiarity with Middle East/GCC markets and regulatory frameworks is preferred.

Job Summary

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• Serve as a pivotal leader in our organization, overseeing the identification, assessment, and management of financial risks across various processes.
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• Develop and implement robust internal controls to ensure effective risk mitigation and compliance with policy requirements.
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• Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership, lead risk management initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in finance processes.
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• Identify and assess risks associated with new and existing products, ensuring that they align with our business objectives.
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• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement management reporting on control gaps.
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• Lead by example, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity within our organization.
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• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in risk management, applying this knowledge to drive business growth and success.
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• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including senior leadership, colleagues, and external partners.
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Join to apply for the Senior Consultant-Financial Risk Management role at KPMG Lower Gulf.

As a Senior Consultant within the Financial Risk Management ("FRM") Team, your role involves developing and implementing risk solutions for financial institutions with a focus on market risk.

• Execute multiple FRM projects, ensuring all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time.
• Stay current on new developments in risk advisory services capabilities and financial industry knowledge.

• Thorough understanding of Market Risk.
• Experience in Quantitative Analytics, Market Risk Models including VaR, FRTB, IRRBB, CVA.
• Good understanding of Spot and Derivative markets operations across various asset classes; risk management and valuation aspects.
• Prior experience in financial modeling, risk model development, and validation.
• Knowledge of local and international regulatory requirements, including Basel and CBUAE guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with client-facing experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, work ethic, and leadership by example.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or related fields.
• 4+ years of financial risk management or quantitative analysis experience within financial institutions or consultancy firms.
• Professional certifications like FRM, PRM, CFA are preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong numerical and financial modeling skills; experience with analytical and risk management tools (e.g., Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, Calypso, Murex).

• A professional environment with challenges and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Ongoing training and career progression support.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industry: Accounting

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Crypto.com is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our compliance team as Director of Financial Crime Risk . This critical role will oversee the development, implementation, and management of the firm's financial crime risk framework. The successful candidate will ensure robust defenses against money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and other illicit financial activities, while ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Reporting directly to the Global Head of Financial Crime, the Director of Financial Crime Risk will work with senior leadership, regulators, and internal stakeholders to safeguard the firm’s integrity and reputation.

1. Risk Coordination: Correlate the firm’s multiple risk assessments, audits, regulatory examination findings, etc., to ensure consistency in risk determination and remediation.
2. Risk Assessments: Conduct periodic enterprise-wide risk assessments, or supervise external vendors, to evaluate the firm's exposure to financial crime and recommend improvements.
3. Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the firm's financial crime risk strategy, aligning with risk appetite and business goals.
4. Risk Oversight: Oversee identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial crime risks across all business lines, products, and regions.
5. Oversight: Assist in AML Oversight Committee (AMLOC) organization and maintenance.

• Bachelor’s degree and professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in financial crime risk management within financial services, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of AML/CTF regulations, sanctions, fraud prevention, and financial crime typologies.
• Cryptocurrency experience preferred.
• Proven leadership, stakeholder influence, and organizational change capabilities.
• Strong analytical, data, and technology skills for risk management.
• Excellent communication skills for complex issue presentation.

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Enjoy a transformational, proactive environment that fosters personal and professional growth.

Work culture emphasizes support, collaboration, and shared goals—bringing cryptocurrency to every wallet.

Flexible work hours and hybrid/remote options available.

Internal mobility programs and career development opportunities.

Work Perks: crypto.com Visa card upon joining.

Competitive salary, generous leave (including birthday and work anniversary), and regional-specific benefits. Learn more from our talent team.

Founded in 2016, serving over 80 million customers, and growing rapidly. Our vision: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet. Focused on security, privacy, and compliance, we aim to accelerate crypto adoption and empower creators and entrepreneurs to build a fair digital ecosystem.

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Crypto.com is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and transparency. Personal data used solely for recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our Local Programs and Regulatory Compliance team ensures adherence to local laws and regulations in the countries where we operate.

Crypto.com is seeking an experienced leader for the role of Director of Financial Crime Risk. This key position will oversee the development, implementation, and management of the firm's financial crime risk framework, ensuring defenses against money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and other illicit activities, while maintaining compliance with global regulatory standards. Reporting to the Global Head of Financial Crime, the director will collaborate with senior leadership, regulators, and internal teams to protect the firm’s integrity and reputation.

1. Risk Coordination: Integrate risk assessments, audits, and regulatory findings to ensure consistency in risk evaluation and remediation.
2. Risk Assessments: Conduct or oversee enterprise-wide risk assessments to evaluate exposure to financial crimes and recommend mitigation strategies.
3. Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the firm's financial crime risk strategy aligned with risk appetite and business goals.
4. Risk Oversight: Manage identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across all business units, products, and regions.
5. Committee Oversight: Support AML Oversight Committee (AMLOC) organization and operations.

• Bachelor’s degree; professional certifications such as CAMS or CFE preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in financial crime risk management within financial services, including senior leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of AML/CTF regulations, sanctions, fraud prevention, and financial crime typologies.
• Cryptocurrency experience is preferred.
• Proven leadership skills, stakeholder influence, and change management abilities.
• Strong analytical, data-driven problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills for complex issue presentation.

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Transformational environment encouraging proactive solutions.

Growth opportunities through skill development and internal mobility.

Supportive work culture fostering collaboration and mutual help.

Unified team working towards the goal of Cryptocurrency in every wallet.

Flexible work arrangements including hybrid and remote options.

Internal mobility programs for career advancement.

Work Perks: Crypto.com Visa card upon joining.

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• Competitive salary package.
• Generous annual leave including birthdays and work anniversaries.
• Internal mobility for diverse career paths.
• Work Perks: Crypto.com Visa card provided upon onboarding.
• Region-specific benefits; learn more from our talent team.

Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves over 80 million users and is the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is to put Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet. Committed to security, privacy, and compliance, we aim to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption and foster a fair digital ecosystem.

Learn more at .

Crypto.com is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We seek candidates from varied backgrounds to enrich our team.

Applicants’ data will be used solely for recruitment purposes. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our Local Programs and Regulatory Compliance team ensures adherence to local laws and regulations in the countries where we operate.

Crypto.com is seeking an experienced leader for the role of Director of Financial Crime Risk. This key position will oversee the development, implementation, and management of the firm's financial crime risk framework, ensuring defenses against money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and other illicit activities, while maintaining compliance with global regulatory standards. Reporting to the Global Head of Financial Crime, the director will collaborate with senior leadership, regulators, and internal teams to protect the firm’s integrity and reputation.

• Risk Coordination: Integrate risk assessments, audits, and regulatory findings to ensure consistency in risk evaluation and remediation.
• Risk Assessments: Conduct or oversee enterprise-wide risk assessments to evaluate exposure to financial crimes and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the firm's financial crime risk strategy aligned with risk appetite and business goals.
• Risk Oversight: Manage identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across all business units, products, and regions.
• Committee Oversight: Support AML Oversight Committee (AMLOC) organization and operations.

• Bachelor’s degree; professional certifications such as CAMS or CFE preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in financial crime risk management within financial services, including senior leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of AML/CTF regulations, sanctions, fraud prevention, and financial crime typologies.
• Cryptocurrency experience is preferred.
• Proven leadership skills, stakeholder influence, and change management abilities.
• Strong analytical, data-driven problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills for complex issue presentation.

• Competitive salary package.
• Generous annual leave including birthdays and work anniversaries.
• Internal mobility for diverse career paths.
• Work Perks: Crypto.com Visa card provided upon onboarding.
• Region-specific benefits; learn more from our talent team.

Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves over 80 million users and is the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is to put Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet. Committed to security, privacy, and compliance, we aim to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption and foster a fair digital ecosystem.

Learn more at

Crypto.com is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We seek candidates from varied backgrounds to enrich our team.

Applicants’ data will be used solely for recruitment purposes. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our Local Programs and Regulatory Compliance team is responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations in the countries where we operate.

Crypto.com is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our compliance team as Director of Financial Crime Risk. This critical role will oversee the development, implementation, and management of the firm's financial crime risk framework. The successful candidate will ensure robust defenses against money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and other illicit financial activities, while ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Reporting directly to the Global Head of Financial Crime, the Director of Financial Crime Risk will work with senior leadership, regulators, and internal stakeholders to safeguard the firm’s integrity and reputation.

• Risk Coordination: Correlate the firm’s multiple risk assessments, audits, regulatory examination findings, etc., to ensure consistency in risk determination and remediation.
• Risk Assessments: Conduct periodic enterprise-wide risk assessments, or supervise external vendors, to evaluate the firm's exposure to financial crime and recommend improvements.
• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the firm's financial crime risk strategy, aligning with risk appetite and business goals.
• Risk Oversight: Oversee identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial crime risks across all business lines, products, and regions.
• Oversight: Assist in AML Oversight Committee (AMLOC) organization and maintenance.

• Bachelor’s degree and professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in financial crime risk management within financial services, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of AML/CTF regulations, sanctions, fraud prevention, and financial crime typologies.
• Cryptocurrency experience preferred.
• Proven leadership, stakeholder influence, and organizational change capabilities.
• Strong analytical, data, and technology skills for risk management.
• Excellent communication skills for complex issue presentation.

Empowered to think big and innovate. Join a talented, ambitious, and supportive team.

Enjoy a transformational, proactive environment that fosters personal and professional growth.

Work culture emphasizes support, collaboration, and shared goals—bringing cryptocurrency to every wallet.

Flexible work hours and hybrid/remote options available.

Internal mobility programs and career development opportunities.

Work Perks: crypto.com Visa card upon joining.

Competitive salary, generous leave (including birthday and work anniversary), and regional-specific benefits. Learn more from our talent team.

Founded in 2016, serving over 80 million customers, and growing rapidly. Our vision: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet. Focused on security, privacy, and compliance, we aim to accelerate crypto adoption and empower creators and entrepreneurs to build a fair digital ecosystem.

Learn more at

Crypto.com is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and transparency. Personal data used solely for recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.