Lead Compliance and Risk Strategy Manager

4 weeks ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Robert Walters Full time

Responsibilities Overview

  • Assist in the development, enhancement, and optimization of the Operational Risk Management framework tailored for the organization, encompassing its policies, procedures, and operational practices.
  • Ensure the effective application of all components of the Operational Risk Management framework within the first line of defense by critically reviewing and challenging the risk management initiatives undertaken by the organization.
  • Conduct control assurance activities and execute thorough control testing to validate the effectiveness of risk management measures.
  • Prepare management reports and provide second-line commentary, including insights, recommendations, and guidance on the operational aspects of risk management to various committees, forums, and executive leadership.
  • Engage in strategic risk management initiatives, including defining risk appetite and crafting risk management strategies for the clearing operations while monitoring the success of these initiatives.

Qualifications Required

  • Possess relevant tertiary education and industry certifications in Risk, Compliance, or related business disciplines.
  • Bring a minimum of 8 years of operational risk experience within a financial institution or consulting for such entities, or relevant experience in financial services.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of operational risk management, particularly within a highly regulated financial services environment, along with a solid understanding of key activities and processes related to financial risk management.
  • Exhibit proven experience in influencing senior management, strategic decision-making, and prioritization of initiatives.


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