454 Risk Manager jobs in the United Arab Emirates

TAAHEED is currently engaged with a leading Banking group to assist in attracting the talent of the future. Our client is a well-known name in the Financial Services industry and is positioned to recruit high-caliber professionals across the business.

Sitting within the Global Market Operations department, we are seeking a Section Head to manage a team ensuring all operational workflows and transactions occur timely and accurately, with no errors. The incumbent will work closely with management, stakeholders, and other key parties to ensure all post-execution responsibilities are fulfilled correctly and on time. The Section Head will be the primary point of contact for operational issues, changes, and implementations related to GMO processes and functions.

• Develop, manage, and guide the Control team to perform daily tasks, set plans, and conduct training to enhance their skills and ensure banking competencies are met.
• Collaborate with other

The primary objective of this role is to conduct operational risk assessments within the

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by over 280 million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.

• ERMF & Governance:
  
  • Assist in developing risk policies/procedures and prepare risk training materials.
  • Support effective risk governance across the firm, including establishing Key Risk Indicators and supporting Board Committee reporting.
  • Guide Risk Champions and Risk Owners in the 1st line of defense and collate Business Units’ risk reports.
  
  
• Country Risk Management (“CRM”):
  
  • Consolidate regional incidents, perform trending analysis, and conduct thematic reviews.
  • Assist regional teams in establishing key risk indicators aligned with the firm’s risk framework.
  • Support ongoing oversight of regional teams by the central risk team.
  
  
• Product Risk Management (“PRM”):
  
  • Assist in product risk assessments, working closely with Risk Owners.
  • Validate controls from risk assessments and ensure timely remedial actions.
  • Conduct risk assessments on new products/services.
  
  
• Functional Risk Management (“FRM”):
  
  • Oversee outsourcing frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance and managing third-party providers.
  • Collaborate with various teams to establish and maintain controls and contractual protections.
  • Assist in establishing and maintaining key risk indicator matrices across all risk pillars.
  • Support ongoing oversight of all risk pillars by the central risk team.
  
  
• Others:
  
  • Support initiatives in Operational Risk, including Third Party Risk, Incident Management, and Business Continuity Planning.
  • Create Risk Dashboards and Reports for management oversight.
  • Perform ad-hoc projects and tasks as required.
  
  

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Risk Management, or related fields.
• 8+ years of experience in financial services, operational risk, audit, advisory, or product management.
• Experience with database management systems and GRC tools is advantageous.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-disciplined, able to work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

• Shape the future with a leading blockchain ecosystem.
• Work with world-class talent in a flat, user-centric organization.
• Engage in innovative, fast-paced projects with autonomy.
• Enjoy career growth opportunities and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Work-from-home options, depending on the team’s nature.

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We are seeking an experienced professional to lead our operational risk management initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.

• Develop and implement strategic plans to mitigate risks across various functions, promoting a strong risk culture within the organisation.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to identify, assess, and prioritise operational risks, providing actionable insights to inform business decisions.
• Utilise analytical skills to interpret data, presenting recommendations to enhance risk management methodologies and leverage technology tools such as Power BI and Aptitude.

• Prior experience in operational risk management or a related field is essential.
• A STEM background or quantitative skills are preferred, enabling effective analysis and interpretation of complex data.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment to drive business outcomes.

• Familiarity with risk culture frameworks and implementation strategies is desirable, enabling the design and delivery of tailored risk management solutions.
• Ability to work independently, with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deliver high-quality results under pressure.
• Knowledge of technology tools such as Power BI and Aptitude is advantageous, supporting the development of innovative risk management approaches.

The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional growth and development, working closely with senior leaders to shape the organisation's risk management strategy.

Join our team of dedicated professionals who share a passion for operational risk management, committed to delivering exceptional results and driving business success.

We are seeking an experienced Operational Risk Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the effective management of operational risk across the organization.

• Work closely with senior risk managers to identify, assess and mitigate operational risks.
• Develop and implement risk management policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to ensure that risk management practices are aligned with organizational objectives.
• Provide risk-based training to employees on risk awareness and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and develop mitigation plans.

• This is a full-time role based in our headquarters.
• The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of risk management principles and experience working in a similar role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
• Experience working with risk management software and systems.

This role offers a competitive salary package, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and you will be required to perform other duties as necessary.

As a seasoned Risk Management professional, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organization's assets and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The Director of First Line Risk & Control is responsible for overseeing the operational risk assessment process, identifying potential risks, and developing mitigation strategies to minimize their impact.

You will work closely with senior management, Compliance, IT & Operations, and other control functions to strengthen our operational processes and ensure adherence to relevant policies.

• Provide advisory services to First Line senior management on operational risk assessment and governance;
• Develop and implement risk mitigation action plans in collaboration with support functions;
• Conduct regular supervision forums with heads of business lines to monitor governance structure and identify areas for improvement;

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Strengthening control setup through incident investigation analysis and declaration monitoring;
• Contributing to the determination of risk reduction actions and coordinating global remediation plans;
• Leading the answer follow-up and closure of internal or external recommendations;
• Maintaining and improving the First Line control plan.

You will be responsible for developing and managing operational risk monitoring measures and reporting, including KRI, Risk Control Self-Assessment, and Conduct Risk Identification.

• Develop and manage operational risk monitoring measures and reporting;
• Contribute to the rationalization of controls while reducing risks;
• Conduct training and awareness sessions to strengthen a risk mitigation culture.

You will work closely with First Line senior management and Functions to provide advisory services on operational risk assessment throughout the validation process.

• Validate exceptional transactions, new activities, proprietary custom indexes, or automated trading strategies;
• Provide advisory services on operational risk assessment throughout the validation process;
• Assist with identifying ongoing business, regulatory, and conduct risks within the GM business APAC;
• Contribute to the internal Risk and Governance forums and provide advisory services on operational risk governance.

You will act as a role model in First Line, driving adherence to organizational values and ethics by employees, and championing the development of a risk culture within FAB Asia.

• Act as a role model in First Line in relation to compliance, conduct, and standards;
• Champion the development of a risk culture within FAB Asia;
• Candidate should possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, or Accounting;
• Good understanding of Global Markets & Wholesale Banking and associated products;
• MS Excel and PowerPoint and Office suite product knowledge.

This is a risk management role reporting into the Head of Operational Risk Management, directly responsible for developing a center of operational risk excellence and advisory and will assist and coach business and operational risk stakeholders within the areas of his/her responsibility.

The role requires a proactive and confident individual with at least 12 years’ experience in operational risk and various banking activities. They should be highly able to communicate and build strong relationships across the wider business. The holder of this position will be mainly asked to:

• Act as a subject matter expert and provide leadership & operational risk advisory on key business initiatives, projects, products, policies, procedures, Outsourcing engagements, etc.
• Oversee and ensure the implementation of Operational Risk Management Framework throughout the Group including all branches and subsidiaries locally and internationally, ensuring alignment with the enterprise-wide Risk Management strategy and enabling improved decision-making that explicitly considers operational risk and the related appetite.
• Provide guidance to the businesses, ORM Peers and other 2nd LOD risk oversight functions throughout the identification of key operational risk exposures as an overarching principle.
• Oversee and ensure the implementation of GORM tools within the Group from an overarching principle.

Key Accountabilities of the role:

• Coordinate with all business functions and ensure a harmonized implementation and rollout of Operational Risk Management Framework and related policies and procedures across the Group.
• Act as a subject matter expert and provide leadership & operational risk advisory on key business initiatives, projects, products, policies, procedures, Outsourcing arrangements etc.
• Manage the assessment and analysis as required by working with different stakeholders including 2nd LOD and ORM peers handling different streams and support them with the operational risk assessment and advisory needed in relation to different tools such as risk workshops, Incidents root causes identification and related risk assessment, issues related risks assessment, key indicators related risks, etc.
• Support and challenge the businesses and risk owners in the identification of key operational risk exposures rising from key initiatives, projects, new and existing products, outsourcing engagement within the group and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
• Review and approve banks policies and procedures and support and challenge the related risks exposure and related mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that adequate risk responses are taken toward the risk exposures identified from various reviews, including ensuring that acceptance and escalation are sought as per the approved risk appetite.
• Build and produce regular reports on operational risk profiles, analysis, and exposures to Senior management and various committees.
• Analyze and monitor the control environment information pertaining to ADIB Group and recommends management action to ensure a stable risk profile.
• Ensure that the Issues/actions identified/recommended from assessment and advisory engagements are properly logged and tracked to completion.
• Coordinate with ORM peers to ensure the consistency and alignment of the provided advisory outcome with other relevant operational tools, including the Risk & Control Self-Assessment, Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), Issue and Actions Management and Incident Management.
• Development and maintenance of the relevant ORM policies & Procedures and standards and ensure they are being adhered to.
• Perform regulatory gap analysis for various ORM regulations and best practices and support the necessary implementation.
• Manage ORM stakeholder’s requirements about Issues & Actions, Incidents, and RCSA & KRI related to systems, reporting, etc.
• Perform comparative analysis for the outcome of different ORM tools such as Loss data, KRI. RCSA, Issues and actions and challenge the underlying business risk assessment.
• Develop and maintain training materials and Conduct ORM trainings & awareness sessions on operational risk management standards, tools & systems.
• Coordinate as required with Internal Audits, central

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Internal Auditor with experience in auditing Human Resources functions and operational processes. The ideal candidate will lead operational audits, assess compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and provide assurance over internal controls.

• Plan, lead, and execute operational audits across business functions, focusing on HR processes such as recruitment, payroll, employee relations, performance management, training, etc.
• Evaluate HR compliance with labor laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Audit HR practices related to employee data management, compensation & benefits, performance evaluation, and disciplinary procedures.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports with actionable recommendations. Present findings to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting risks, root causes, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Provide expert advice on strengthening HR and operational internal controls. Partner with HR and operational leaders to enhance efficiency, compliance, and risk management practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10–15 years of auditing experience, with at least 3–5 years focused on HR audits and operational reviews.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, payroll controls, and employee relations frameworks.
• Experience in risk-based auditing, internal controls, and compliance reviews.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior management.

Operational Risk Specialist - Finance Systems Support

We are seeking an experienced Operational Risk Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of identifying and mitigating risks within finance systems.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Develop and implement risk management strategies for finance systems support.
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• Conduct regular risk assessments and provide recommendations for mitigating risks.
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• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address operational risk issues.
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• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and regulatory requirements.
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• Bachelor's degree in Business, Science, Engineering, or Finance – 2.1 or above.
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• 5+ years of experience in Operational Risk within a Middle Office.
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• Strong business English language writing skills.
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• Proficient in Excel and mathematical skills.
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