RISK OFFICER

RISK OFFICER

Location: Dubai / Abu Dhabi, UAE

Regulatory Environment: ADGM/FSRA and DIFC/DFSA

ROLE PURPOSE

The Risk Officer will be responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the risk management framework for regulated financial services businesses, with a particular focus on alternative asset managers and Category 3C entities.

Acting as a key second line of defence, the Risk Officer will identify, assess, monitor and report on key risks across the business, including investment, market, liquidity, operational, regulatory, conduct, technology/cyber and third-party risk, as applicable.

The role will work closely with senior management, Compliance and investment teams and provide independent risk oversight and reporting to senior management and Boards.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5–10 years risk management experience within financial services.
• Strong experience within alternative asset management / investment management.
• Previous experience within Category 3C regulated entities is essential.
• Strong knowledge of the ADGM/FSRA regulatory environment, with experience engaging with the regulator.
• DIFC/DFSA experience highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of risk frameworks, governance, controls, operational risk and investment-related risk.
• Experience preparing risk reporting for Boards and senior management.
• Degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management or a related discipline.
• FRM, PRM, CFA or similar professional qualification preferred.

Key Competencies

Independent and commercially aware risk professional with the confidence to challenge constructively, strong integrity and judgement, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of regulatory expectations and risk governance within investment management.