108 Risk Management jobs in Dubai

Job Description

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.

Legal Advisory

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.

Risk Management

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.

• Bachelor's 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.

• 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.

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

Seniorities level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance and Sales

Industries: Accounting

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Risk Management Strategist to lead our enterprise-wide risk management framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of blockchain and cryptocurrency risks, as well as expertise in designing and managing complex risk frameworks.

• Define and maintain our risk management strategy, risk appetite, and tolerance thresholds.
• Advise senior stakeholders and regulators on all risk-related matters.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks.
• Build, operationalize, and evolve a comprehensive risk governance framework.
• Lead periodic risk reviews and ensure Board reporting.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in risk management within regulated financial services.
• Strong knowledge of quantitative risk metrics, Value at Risk (VaR), stress testing, and exposure modeling.
• In-depth understanding of UAE and global crypto regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills and proven leadership abilities.

• Professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA) are highly preferred.

• CV/Resume Screening
• 1st Round Interview
• 2nd Round Interview
• 3rd Round Interview

Job Summary:

• Own and operate the AI-powered Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) solution post-implementation.
• Manage and administer IBM OpenPages including workflow configuration module management and reporting.
• Oversee IBM Watson Assistant in the production environment including fine-tuning conversational AI and optimizing responses.
• Ensure seamless integration with business continuity management (BCM) processes and ongoing business operations.
• Monitor and maintain system performance, conduct regular health checks and manage upgrades and patching.
• Administer user access roles and permissions in line with governance and compliance policies.
• Generate automated dashboards and reports providing actionable risk insights and predictive analytics.
• Support risk managers and BCM teams with scenario analysis simulations and AI-driven insights.
• Continuously improve and enhance the ERM platform by incorporating new requirements and integrating additional data sources or threat feeds.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and apply AI governance best practices for explainability and ethics.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across risk, compliance, IT, and executive teams to align the solution with organizational needs.
• Provide training, documentation, and ongoing support to internal users, risk champions, and auditors.
• Serve as the central subject matter expert for the AI-powered ERM solution within the organization.

Bonus/Preferred Skills:

• IBM certifications in OpenPages and/or Watson Assistant.
• Experience with predictive analytics, Monte Carlo simulations, and risk quantification.
• Familiarity with container platforms (OpenShift/Kubernetes) for on-premises deployment.
• Background in government, transport, or regulated industries.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms.

A Financial Lines Underwriter is responsible for identifying and underwriting profitable accounts within predetermined limits. They work with a team of underwriters to grow the portfolio profitably, collaborating with claims and actuarial teams to understand loss drivers and underwriting actions.

The ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of the Financial Lines Insurance industry, preferably in the Middle East and North Africa market. Strong communication and entrepreneurial skills are required, along with ability to analyze complex problems and develop creative solutions.

• Assessing risk (underwriting), servicing accounts, and developing FL product capabilities
• Underwrite risks within underwriting authority through a rigorous risk assessment process which includes consideration of loss control, claims history and other appropriate risk management functions
• Risk logging, worksheets and rater tool application
• Ensure adherence to all underwriting guidelines and referrals
• Transacting and filing of accounts in accordance with Company standards
• Ensure adherence to audit requirements
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements
• Manage allocated portfolio accounts achieving profitable and sustainable growth. Constantly assessing overall performance of the portfolio and make recommendations for adjustments where needed
• Develop and maintain strong personal and professional relationships with brokers and clients
• Adhere to internal SLA's to ensure operational efficiency and achievement of agreed customer service standards Instructing and monitoring the issuing of Policy Documents
• Expense Control
• Manage all expenses within budget. Continuously work to reduce the expense ratio through constant attention to efficiencies and opportunities to maximize productivity through streamlining of processes

This role requires a professional with substantial knowledge of relevant rules and regulations to lead special assignments, conduct risk assessments, and identify unusual activity.

We are seeking a skilled compliance professional to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for:

1. Leading adhoc QA checks to support regional teams
2. Proposing procedure and process enhancements
3. Collaborating with stakeholders on compliance matters
4. Conducting periodic reviews and enhanced due diligence

Key qualifications include:

• At least 3+ years' experience in compliance
• Strong organizational, communication, and investigative skills

To excel in this role, you will need:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Job Role Overview

This role is responsible for supporting the Internal Audit team in executing risk-based IT audits to evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls, risk management, and governance processes.

About the Position:

• The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of information security operations, including threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring.
• Expertise in application security, including vulnerability assessments, secure coding practices, and penetration testing.
• Proficiency in auditing skills, such as risk assessment, control testing, and compliance evaluation.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, SQL, Python) for audit testing and trend analysis.

About Us

We are a leading Shariah-compliant bank committed to providing innovative financial solutions while upholding Islamic principles.

Key Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities for collaborating with teams and influencing change.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple audits in a fast-paced setting.
• Adaptability to evolving regulations, technologies, and banking trends.

Our client is seeking a talented professional to drive the involvement of functional areas including actuarial, finance, and operations. The successful candidate will lead the Reinsurance team to deliver on departmental goals and monitor adherence to plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Reinsurance team to deliver on departmental goals and monitor adherence to plan.
• Review and approval of quotations for new and existing customers in line with growth strategy.
• Ensure that all new business renewal quotations and pricing requests are addressed in a manner designed to secure clients.
• Positively represent the company internally and externally to the market (including client negotiations).
• Work closely with the Portfolio Monitoring team to ensure adequate monitoring and reporting is in place and is shared with the appropriate audience in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of proven track record in an Underwriting position.
• Minimum of 3 years of (re)insurance management experience in a relevant line of business.
• Proven experience of consistently delivering to tight deadlines.

Required Experience: Manager

We are seeking a skilled Claims Engineer to provide technical guidance and analysis for complex and high-value claims.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Provide technical expertise and mentoring for team development.
• Manage a portfolio of complex or high-value claims.
• Act as an escalation point for customer complaints.
• Engage with the team to encourage partner relationships.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service skills, be able to communicate effectively by telephone, in writing or face to face, and have good basic computer skills including Word and Excel.

The successful candidate will also have a good level of theoretical motor vehicle technical knowledge and experience of working in a mechanical repair environment is desirable.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical knowledge of insurance guidelines and policies.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Good basic computer skills.
• Theoretical motor vehicle technical knowledge.

Benefits:

QBE values diversity and inclusion at work and strives to create a workplace culture where all employees feel included. We promote an accessible workplace for all and support candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process.

This role involves developing and implementing governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) initiatives. You will be responsible for translating regulatory requirements into actionable controls and driving remediation with control owners.

Key responsibilities include maintaining enterprise information security policies, establishing document control processes, and aligning policies to NIST CSF/800-53 and CIS Controls.

You will also design and run the risk management program, conduct risk assessments, and track remediation to closure with accountable owners.

Additionally, you will facilitate data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and advise on mitigation measures and lawful basis.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for this role, as well as the ability to write clear and concise policies and reports.

• Maintain an enterprise Information Security Policy and supporting standards/procedures.
• Establish a document control process (versioning, approvals, review cadence) and a single source of truth for policy artifacts.
• Align policies to NIST CSF/800-53 and CIS Controls, ensuring traceability from requirement → control → evidence.
• Design and run the risk management program: methodology, taxonomy, impact/likelihood scales, and KRIs.
• Conduct risk assessments (systems, vendors, projects/changes), maintain the risk register, and track remediation to closure with accountable owners.
• Facilitate DPIAs/PIAs where personal data is involved; advise on mitigation measures and lawful basis.

• 5+ years in GRC, information security risk, or IT audit (regulated industries preferred).
• Demonstrable experience with NIST CSF/800-53 and CIS Controls, plus one or more of SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, or regional regulations.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry regulations and compliance activities.
• Hands-on experience building risk registers, control libraries, and test scripts, and running end-to-end audit cycles.
• Excellent stakeholder management, from technical SMEs to senior leadership.

• Annual flight home
• Life insurance plan
• Medical insurance plan