Risk Manager - Forex

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Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Division: Risk & Consumer Protection

Department: Risk Fraud & Consumer Protection Unit

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Risk Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management within a financial institution, with a focus on enterprise risk, operational risk, and fraud prevention. The candidate must possess a primary risk certification such as FRM, PRM, CERA, or CRP and have a minimum of five years of relevant experience in risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement risk management policies, frameworks, and strategies to mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure the organization adheres to regulatory and internal risk management guidelines.
• Identify, evaluate, and monitor key risks affecting the business, including financial, credit, operational, market, and fraud risks.
• Design and oversee internal controls to minimize risk exposure and improve overall business resilience.
• Lead investigations into fraud cases, work closely with internal teams and regulatory authorities, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Stay updated on CBUAE regulations, industry best practices, and risk management trends to ensure compliance and enhance risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with various departments, including Compliance, Audit, and Finance, to ensure effective risk governance.
• Prepare detailed risk reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Implement risk assessment tools, data analytics, and monitoring systems to detect and address emerging risks proactively.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management within a financial institution.
• Must hold at least one of the following risk certifications: FRM (Financial Risk Manager), PRM (Professional Risk Manager), CERA (Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst), or CRP (Certified Risk Professional).
• Strong understanding of CBUAE regulatory frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and financial risk management principles.
• Experience with fraud detection, prevention, and investigation processes.
• Proficiency in risk management tools, analytics, and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present risk-related insights to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in regulatory risk compliance and governance within financial institutions.
• Familiarity with CBUAE regulatory requirements, risk modeling, stress testing, and scenario analysis.
• Knowledge of emerging risks in the financial sector, including cybersecurity and operational risks.