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Requisition ID:285608

• Relocation Authorized:International - Single
• Telework Type:Full-Time Office/Project

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

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Job Summary:

In this position, you will lead a team and oversee the uniform application of the Bechtel project risk management policy, process, and procedures as well as risk software deployment support. You will provide oversight, training, and mentoring of project risk analysts and specialists toward project and corporate objectives. Your leadership will be essential in safeguarding project security and success.

Major Responsibilities:
• Oversees the uniform application of the Bechtel project risk management (PRM) policy, process, and procedures for the nominated GBU(s)
• Provides support in the development of PRM plans in both the proposal and delivery phases
• Provides oversight, training and mentoring of project risk analysts and specialists (both on and off project resources) towards project and corporate objectives
• Supports GBU commercial group, or functional stakeholders in managing PRM activities
• Supports BD efforts with structure and guidance for pre-award PRM activities
• Develops and delivers PRM training at all levels
• Responsible for collecting lessons learned and best practices and ensuring distribution throughout Bechtel
• Provides PRM program deployment support, including facilitating workshops and assisting with initial risk identification
• Oversees the risk software deployment support, including initial system configuration and setup, training, and full integration of individual project’s risk management plans with Bechtel risk management policies
• Participates in the selection process of PRM personnel in the company (interviews, etc.)
• Provides PRM input to other functions within the GBU (i.e., input to quality, engineering procedures, etc.)
Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:
• What are the most important knowledge and skills (includes technical skills) that are needed UPON ENTRY to do the job successfully?
• What 3 to 5 KEY factors (ex. prior experience) should be used to determine qualification for the position?

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• This is a risk management role, responsible for developing a centre of excellence for Operational Risk Management (ORM).
• The incumbent will work closely with the BORM to support the implementation of the ORM Framework and support the Senior Manager Operational Risk Management in providing challenge and oversight on the output of the framework tools.
• The role will be responsible for managing and maintaining the GRC system and requires a proactive and confident individual, with 2-3 years’ experience in risk management, banking activities and systems management, who can communicate and build strong relationships across the wider business.

Key Accountabilities of the role:

Strategy, Framework and Control Governance:

• Support implementation of the Operational Risk Management policy and procedure within ADIB Group.
• Support business units in identification and timely logging of incidents through ORM system, root cause analysis of incidents, ensure timely documentation & communication and booking of operational losses (write-off / provision) through activation of GLs.
• Identification and assessment of key operational risk exposures through ORM system, management of issues and timely implementation of actions.
• Support the business units in the Key risk indicators identification and assessment.
• Support the business in updating and monitoring Operational risk data using the Group Operational Risk Management platform.
• Support in the review of business units’ policies & procedures change management and advisory assignment.

Program Management:

• Support the implementation and sustainment of ORM program and tools such as Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), Issues & Action Management etc.
• Assist in developing training material and in conducting training sessions relating to ORM policies and tools to ensure adequate understanding and awareness throughout ADIB Group.
• Provide GRC system related (technical) training to business units as and when required.

GRC System Management:

• Define user roles & permissions, monitor system performance, apply upgrades, provide support, troubleshoot errors, and escalate complex issues.
• Configure risk, compliance, and control frameworks, customize workflows, reports, and dashboards, support system integration, manage data import/export, integrity, mapping and migration.
• Support audit requests, generate logs, access reports, create user guides, SOPs and technical training material.
• Generate reports, dashboards and audit trails, and act as liaison between risk, compliance and IT departments for planning and implementation of GRC enhancements or new modules.

Specialist Skills / Technical Knowledge, Technical Competencies Required for this role:

• Bachelor’s Degree. Post Graduate Diploma or Master’s Degree preferred.
• Risk and control experience in a large Financial Institution.
• Awareness of leading operational risk practices and regulatory requirements.
• Strong presentation and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Understanding of banking processes and products.
• Understanding of Islamic Banking’s products, processes, and organization
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2-3 years of industry experience preferred.

• Job Identification 3236
• Posting Date 06/04/2025, 08:42 AM
• Apply Before 07/04/2025, 08:42 AM
• Locations Abu Dhabi, Al Rowdah, Shk Rashid Bin Saeed St. 313 ADIB New Headquarters Branch, Sh. Zayed Main Branch Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, AE

Abu Dhabi, Al Rowdah, Shk Rashid Bin Saeed St. 313 ADIB New Headquarters Branch, Sh. Zayed Main Branch Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, AE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 06/16/2025

Launched by SC Ventures, Standard Chartered’sinnovation, fintech investment and ventures arm – myZoi is a fintech start-upcommitted to promoting financial inclusion of the unbanked and the underbankedglobally through disruptive, digital solutions.

This is the perfect opportunity to be part of a team driven by apurpose, take on the challenge of solving complex problems, and being a forcefor good.

The Role

We are looking for an Operational Risk Manager in the First Line ofDefence who will be responsible for supporting the functions in managing end toend operational risks for myZoi. The individual will be responsible forsupporting and executing the first line of defence and ensures effectiveimplementation of Operational Risk Framework (under the Enterprise RiskManagement Framework), process controls and governance within the country.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Process Ownership

• Identification and management of the end-to-end processes andassociated risks for the activities carried out by the business.
  
• Implementing CAS (Control Assessment Standards) to monitor theeffectiveness of the controls and standards governing the end-to-endprocess.
  
• Escalating significant risks and issues, to the Process Owners,relevant Risk Framework Owners or Policy Owners and the CRO.
  

Business

• Support myZoi in maintaining an awareness of the wider business,economic and market environment conditions.
  
• Continuously support in evaluation and identification ofoperational risk implications of business strategies and programmes andprovide guidance on any operational risk remediation actions.
  
• Understand processes and devise change in control design via Riskand Control Self Assessment (RCSA).
  
• Work toward minimising systemic product and process risks byconsidering the design of the product features, implementation of processrobustness, appropriateness and performance monitoring
  

Processes

• Responsible for ensuring adherence to specified BAU operationalrisk deadlines, along with the consistent execution of Control StandardTesting and Key Control Indicators for relevant processes.
  
• Responsible for being a key escalation recipient for the businessfor all operational risk related incidents and queries that arise.
  
• Responsible for ensuring that Risk Register for myZoi is up to dateat all times and reflects the controls needed for local and regulatoryrequirements captured in the Obligations Register.
  
• Ensure risk ownership of residual risk evaluations and associatedremediation activities.
  
• Responsible for coordinating with stakeholders and increasetransparency and share key developments, learnings and best practices.
  
• Responsible for supporting in minimizingoperational risks and losses, and ensuring material operational losses areinvestigated to prevent recurrence.
  
• Ensure appropriate control mechanisms areimplemented and approved where required in the processes.
  
• Support in evaluation and identification of operational risks fornew products and new business, regulatory and thematic risks, and drivethe implementation of appropriate controls to mitigate these risks.
  
• Responsible for raising awareness of business controls, governanceand supervision responsibilities amongst relevant staff in the country andensure an appropriate culture amongst all staff in this regard.
  
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with policies which impactoperational risk. Challenge processes, procedures, and policy if there isan opportunity for efficiency and control improvements.
  
• Responsible for speaking out on emerging risks for the businessesin the country.
  
• Responsible for identifying knowledge gaps, facilitate developmentof training on Operational Risk for myZoi team.
  

Governance

• Support segments/functions in ensuring adequate governance andoversight of operational risk through the escalation and appropriateresolution of risk exposures to the Executive Risk Committee (ERC) asrequired.
  
• Responsible for escalation of issues, blockages, challenges andtrends to the Chief Risk Officer, as required.
  

People and Talent

• Responsible for driving appropriate culture and values withinmyZoi. Setting appropriate tone and expectations for the team, working incollaboration with stakeholders across all functions to effectively embeda strong culture of risk awareness and good conduct for staff.
  

Regulatory and Business Conduct

• Display exemplary conduct and live by the SCB Group’s Code ofConduct.
  
• Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards ofethics, including regulatory and business conduct. This includesunderstanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, allapplicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Code of Conduct.
  
• Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate andresolve risk, conduct and compliance matters
  

Key Stakeholders

• All functions
  
• Internal Audit
  
• Regulators and their appointed auditors (where applicable)
  
• SC Ventures and SCB Group
  

Our IdealCandidate

• In-depth knowledge on financial service products including storevalue facility, retail payment services and consumer protection
  
• Knowledge on technology and ICS standards including AI used forbuilding financial services will be an added advantage.
  
• Academic or Professional Education/Qualifications, i.e. standardsrequired for role
  
• Licenses and Certifications/accreditations will be an addedadvantage
  
• Experience in Operational Risk, Credit &/or Market Risk,Assurance, Audit
  
• 8 to 10 years of experience in related industries
  

At myZoi we strive to create a both a product and ateam that embraces equality, inclusion, diversity and freedom. We want peoplewho can be themselves and bring their own brand of value to the team. Come and joinus!

About us

Tamara is the leading fintech platform in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region with a mission to help people make their dreams come true by building the most customer-centric financial super-app on earth. The company serves millions of users in KSA, UAE and Kuwait, and partners with leading global and regional brands such as SHEIN, Jarir, noon, Amazon, IKEA, eXtra and Farfetch as well as small and medium businesses.

Tamara is Saudi’s first fintech unicorn and is backed by Sanabil Investments, SNB Capital, Checkout.com, amongst others, operating out of its headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with other regional and global support offices.

About the role

Tamara’s ambition is to become the region’s favorite way to pay for what we call life’s little essentials – a new way of purchasing designed for and around our customers’ interests. We believe that great design has the ability to engage and inspire.

Role Overview:

As a Merchant Underwriting Analyst at Tamara, you will be a cornerstone of our risk management strategy. You will be responsible for assessing the financial health and integrity of our merchant partners, protecting Tamara from financial losses, and enabling our continued, responsible growth.

This role is pivotal in mitigating merchant-related risks, including fraud and liquidity issues, and will have a direct impact on the company's financial performance and operational resilience.
In this role, you'll be working closely with a cross-functional team consisting of business, policy managers, operations, product, data scientists, and others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough risk, compliance, brand risk assessments of new merchant applications. Analyze financial statements, business models, and other relevant data to determine a merchant's risk profile.
• Utilize SQL to query and analyze large datasets, identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies in merchant behavior. Develop and maintain risk monitoring dashboards and reports.
• Proactively monitor the financial health of our existing merchant portfolio to identify early signs of financial distress or potential insolvency. Contribute to the development and implementation of our Risk Merchant Policy to safeguard against negative balances.
• Investigate suspicious merchant activity and identify potential fraud schemes, including merchant-initiated fraud and transaction laundering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective fraud prevention measures.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our merchant underwriting policies and procedures. Provide insights and recommendations based on your analysis to enhance our risk models.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong ability to write complex SQL queries to extract and analyze data. Other programming languages is a plus (SQL, Python).
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Proven experience in assessing the financial health and stability of businesses. You should be comfortable analyzing financial statements and identifying key risk indicators.
• Demonstrable experience in identifying and investigating financial fraud, preferably in an e-commerce or payments environment.
• 3+ years of experience in a risk management, underwriting, or credit analysis role, preferably within the fintech, payments, or banking industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience in a Credit Lending or Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) company.
• Familiarity with Open Banking and its applications in risk assessment.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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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.

Life @ Crypto.com

Empowered to innovate and grow within a talented, ambitious team.

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.

Ready to start your future with us?

• 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.

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.

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.