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Job Description

Main Duties and Responsibilities :

Contract Management

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including but not limited to vendor agreements, client contracts, licensing agreements, and partnership agreements.

Ensure contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and industry regulations.

Develop standard contract templates and guidelines to streamline the contracting process and improve efficiency.

Provide legal guidance and support to internal stakeholders on contractual matters, legal implications, and risk management strategies.

Advise on legal issues related to business operations, compliance, intellectual property, and data protection.

Strategic Planning

Collaborate with senior management to develop contracting strategies that support business objectives and growth initiatives.

Participate in strategic decision-making processes to assess legal risks and opportunities associated with new business ventures and partnerships.

Identify and assess legal risks associated with contractual agreements and propose risk mitigation strategies.

Implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements and minimize organizational risk exposure.

Relationship Management

Cultivate strong relationships with external stakeholders, including clients, vendors, legal counsel, and regulatory authorities.

Serve as a key point of contact for contractual negotiations and dispute resolution processes.

Team Leadership And Development

Supervise and mentor a team of contract specialists and legal professionals, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional development and performance.

Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork and knowledge sharing.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelors degree from an accredited law school or university.
• Admission as an attorney in a known jurisdiction.
• Active membership in the bar association in a known jurisdiction.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience practicing law with a focus on contract law, preferably in a corporate or business environment.
• Proven track record of drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contracts.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and legal issues impacting the industry.

Knowledge / Technical Skills

• Experience in project management and strategic planning.
• Knowledge of international contract law and global business practices.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Finance and Sales

Accounting

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Our client, a dynamic and fast growing Fixed Line Telecom Organisation is searching for an Enterprise Risk Management Manager.
This role is responsible for identifying risks that exists within the business. This responsibility includes applying the risk framework to identify operational and financial risks and take appropriate actions to mitigate and manage these risks.
It reports to the Chief Strategy Officer and some responsibilities include:

• Monitor company level risks and coordinate with the departments to identify potential risks
• Plan, design and implement an overall risk management process for the organization
• Design and implement organization wide risk mitigation processes and policies
• Report risk in an appropriate way for different audiences, so that they understand the most significant risks and ensure they are aware of risks and understand their accountability for individual risk

Arabic - Fluent / Excellent
English - Very Good

Any

Any

Job Skills

Educational Qualifications & Certifications
• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Business Administration or related field; CIA certification
• At least 7 years of Risk Management experience with at least 3 years working in the telecommunications industry or related field

Insurance Professional

Our organization is seeking an experienced Insurance Advisor to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complexities of insurance policies to find the most suitable coverage options.

• Detailed understanding of various insurance products including life, auto, health, and property insurance.
• Strong analytical skills to assess client needs and develop tailored solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage client relationships.
• Ability to grasp and apply complex insurance terms and conditions effectively.
• Demonstrated sales skills with a proven track record of meeting targets.
• Proficiency with insurance databases and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, insurance, or a related field.

As an Insurance Advisor, you are expected to have a deep understanding of various insurance products and be able to communicate complex information effectively. Your primary responsibility will be to identify and assess the needs of clients, providing them with sound advice to protect their assets against potential risks.

• Identify client insurance needs through detailed consultations and assessments.
• Provide clients with information on different insurance policies and coverage options.
• Prepare and present personalized insurance plans to clients based on assessments.
• Act as a liaison between clients and insurance providers to handle claims and policy disputes.
• Stay informed of industry changes and communicate relevant updates to clients.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, policies, and communications.

In addition to your technical skills, you must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with clients and insurance providers. A commitment to staying up-to-date on industry trends and regulatory changes is also essential.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and have a strong background in insurance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

The role encompasses various responsibilities across three main categories:

• Credit Portfolio Management (65%): Support the Head of Credit Risk across multiple geographies, handling all transaction types including sovereign, corporate, and financial institutions. Responsibilities include interpreting Group Credit Policy, reviewing Credit Application Forms for compliance, monitoring country developments, and identifying relationships or sectors with elevated credit risk.
• Risk-related Project Management (15%): Contribute to projects aimed at improving departmental efficiency or supporting large transformational initiatives. Record contributions for career evaluation.
• Development (20%): Engage in ongoing training through internal seminars and external courses, attending at least one external course annually.

• Interpret and Apply Credit Policies: Effectively interpret and apply group credit policy to support decision-making and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitor and Analyze Credit Risks: Continuously monitor and analyze credit risks associated with transactions, identifying potential areas of concern and developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including the Head of Credit Risk, business partners, and other relevant teams.

• Knowledge: Good understanding of credit products, risks, legal documentation, and corporate/bank balance sheet analysis.
• Education/Certifications: Degree in finance or equivalent, with relevant certifications such as Institute of Bankers.
• Experience: Over 10 years of experience in UAE/GCC corporate credit, with strong market knowledge and stakeholder management skills.
• Personal Attributes: Teamwork, good communication, accountability, transparency, and openness.

Insurance is a vital aspect of any business, and an Insurance Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring that all insurance-related operations are carried out efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of insurance policies, claims procedures, and risk management strategies. They should be able to analyze insurance policies and contracts to identify gaps in coverage and recommend improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with insurance providers to obtain and maintain appropriate coverage
• Advise internal teams on insurance policies, coverage, and claims procedures
• Negotiate rates and ensure cost-effectiveness with insurance providers
• Manage insurance claims from start to finish
• Conduct risk assessments and make recommendations for risk management strategies
• Stay updated on changes in insurance regulations and laws
• Maintain accurate records of insurance policies, claims, and payments
• Assist in developing and implementing insurance-related policies and procedures
• Provide training and support on insurance matters

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in insurance coordination or similar role
• Strong knowledge of insurance policies, claims procedures, and risk management strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to analyze and review insurance policies and contracts
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software programs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for growth and development

Supportive work environment

We value our employees and offer a supportive work environment where you can grow and develop your career.

Our organization is a leading entity in supporting investment and trading activities through compliance policies, real-time advice, and surveillance. This role plays a pivotal part in our success and offers opportunities for growth, mentorship, and long-term career development.

We are seeking a proactive and solution-oriented professional to join our EMEA team based in Dubai. You will partner with fellow experts and work closely with investment teams. Your key tasks will include:

• Providing timely and effective advice to investment professionals and back-office personnel on trading restrictions, monitoring, and approvals
• Reviewing and drafting documentation, policies, procedures, and other aspects of the compliance infrastructure
• Overseeing regulatory reporting for the region
• Helping enforce the Compliance Monitoring Program
• Tracking regulatory changes, assessing their impact on business operations, and assisting with procedure amendments
• Delivering periodic compliance training to staff
• Supporting adherence to organizational policies and codes of conduct
• Assisting with ad-hoc compliance tasks and projects

We require a minimum of 10 years' experience, including a buy-side equities trading environment. You should be knowledgeable about the EMEA regional regulatory environment. Self-motivation, strong multitasking, organizational, and communication skills are essential. You must have excellent attention to detail and be committed to accuracy.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including fully paid health care, life insurance, educational assistance, mental wellness support, and more. We prioritize our employees' careers, health, and well-being.

We are a global alternative investment firm dedicated to delivering superior returns through fundamental and systematic investing strategies. Our culture is investor-led, and we commit to our employees' long-term growth and development.

**Career Growth Opportunity in Insurance and Risk Management**

• Gain a solid foundation in insurance and risk management through our structured learning program.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in risk strategy and people management. Our team is dedicated to providing UAE Nationals with the chance to build rewarding careers in the industry. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate strong academic performance, excellent communication skills, and a passion for building a career in risk management.

• Fluency in English (Arabic language skills are an advantage)
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams, fostering engagement and inclusion
• Result-oriented mindset

• A comprehensive learning curriculum designed to develop your skills and knowledge in insurance and risk management
• Opportunities for regional exposure and learning best practices in risk, strategy, and people management
• The chance to work with industry-leading experts in the professional services industry
• A unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients and industries across the region and beyond

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34453

Dubai, AE

Regular Employee

Office - Full Time

14 Jul 2025

Are you passionate about enabling business while controlling risk? Bringing clarity in complexity? Have you got a keen eye for detail and enjoy the challenge of evolving markets and organisation? If you're seeking a stimulating opportunity to make a significant impact, we invite you to join the risk team as Regional Head, Enterprise Risk Management.
You will play a crucial role in assessing, monitoring, mitigating risks and drive data decision-making processes.

• Improve the operational efficiency and effectiveness of risk management processes within Enterprise Risk Management team in the region.
• Ensure timeliness, quality of execution and service delivery by team members on various regulatory and adhoc projects.
• Lead discussions and drive transformation for the risk function with various stakeholders.
• Appraise and contribute to the development of the Bank's strategic plans and alignment with risk appetite.
• Continuously enhance risk measures and transparency.
• Supervise and coordinate all related processes where the Enterprise Risk Management team is identified as process owner across the region.
• Lead and develop an effective and impactful regional Enterprise Risk Management team.
• Ensure the provision of ongoing training and development of the Function's people, and ensure that holders of all critical functions are suitably skilled and qualified for their roles.
• Review and challenge the country strategy where it is not aligned with the country risk appetite.
• Ensure new activities, changes to processes and products conform with the Change Management Policy, Project Governance Policy and the Product Governance Policy.
• Oversee Risk Governance activities within the function.
• Maintain an open and cooperative relationship in dealing with the regulators in-country.
• Ensure that material risk exposures and related issues are reported to the responsible risk governance committees.
• Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate, and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.

• Experience in risk governance / risk management / Operational Risk.
• Excellent analytical skills and sound judgement in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability for problem solving, working independently and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex risk issues to senior and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, multicultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Ability to work in a matrix organisation, leveraging resources across the organisation to complete deliverables.
• Enterprise Risk Management experience.

We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.

Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.

Together we:

• Do the right thing and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do
• Never settle, continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well
• Are better together, we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term

In line with our Fair Pay Charter, we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.

• Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
• Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
• Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
• Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and self-help toolkits.
• A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.
• Being part of an inclusive and values-driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies — everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.

Job Description:

The Chief Risk Officer is responsible for leading and executing a robust investment risk framework. This includes identifying, quantifying, and managing risks tied to investment portfolios—market, credit, liquidity, concentration, model, geopolitical, and operational.

The CRO ensures that all risk measures support the firm's strategic goals and comply with regulations, delivering resilience and value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and maintain an enterprise-wide risk management framework aligned with the organization's objectives and risk appetite.
• Implement metrics, limits, and controls for market, credit, liquidity, and concentration risk across asset classes.
• Oversee advanced risk analytics including Value at Risk (VAR), stress testing, scenario analysis, factor analysis, tail risk, and drawdown metrics.
• Ensure back-testing and validation of risk models and models governance.
• Regularly monitor portfolios to flag exposures, breaches, and adverse concentrations.
• Prepare insightful reports for senior management, Investment Committees, and Board Risk Committees highlighting trends, early signals, and actions.
• Design and execute stress tests to assess resilience.
• Lead ad-hoc scenario analysis on geopolitical and macro-financial shocks.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Professional designations such as CFA, FRM, or equivalent.
• At least 15+ years covering portfolio risk, trading desk oversight, or investment analysis in asset management or similar fields.
• Proven experience in VAR, stress testing, portfolio analytics, and model governance.

Benefits:

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's risk management practices and contribute to its growth and success.

Others:

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong influence at the C-level and Board, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate complex risk analytics into business decisions.