risk management manager

Exness

Overview You will be the Head of Risk Management for Exness MENA, a local UAE entity licensed by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) as a Trading Broker of OTC Derivatives and Currencies in the Spot Market. This role includes managing Exness MENA risk management outsourcing arrangements with the Exness Group. You will specify and evaluate potential risks for Exness MENA, decide on handling them, observe and report on them, work to avoid them, and review and update the risk management guide according to the financial activity, purposes, and risks of Exness MENA. You will report to the Exness MENA CEO and the Board of Directors. Responsibilities <ul> <li>Set up and maintain the local Risk Management Department in line with the group's strategic objectives and liaise with group functions and companies to achieve them.</li> <li>Develop the Risk Management guide in line with local regulatory requirements, present it to the Board of Directors, and update it from time to time as required.</li> <li>Register with SCA and act as the main point of contact with them in relation to Risk Management matters.</li> <li>Maintain accreditation with the SCA as Head of Risk Management by fulfilling all duties imposed by the local regulation including, but not limited to, attending trainings required for the Continuous Professional Development (CPD).</li> <li>Work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure that all required reports are filed with the competent authorities in a timely manner.</li> <li>Ensure that the daily risk management operations of the company run smoothly and in accordance with the relevant laws and directives.</li> <li>Liaise with the local CEO, Board of Directors, Operations Manager and Head of Compliance to prevent, mitigate, manage, address and report the following risks: <ul> <li>Credit Risk</li> <li>Market Risk</li> <li>Operational Risk</li> <li>Settlement Risk</li> <li>Counterparty Risk</li> <li>Commodity Risk</li> <li>Liquidity Risk</li> <li>Displaced Commercial Risk</li> <li>Cybersecurity Risk</li> </ul> </li> <li>Draft and review risk management reports to the Board of Directors and to group companies, including the implementation of the decisions taken during those meetings.</li> <li>Ensure timely reporting, escalation and closure of risk incidents raised by various internal departments.</li> <li>Ensure timely closure of findings raised by internal audit, external audit and any regulatory authority in relation to risk management.</li> <li>Identify misalignments with company objectives, take relevant remedial actions, and notify relevant stakeholders in the Exness Group.</li> </ul> What makes you a great fit <ul> <li>University degree in Risk Management or related field</li> <li>Minimum of 5 years' working experience in the CFD / FX industry or a relevant field</li> <li>Fluent in English, both verbal and written. Arabic is a plus but not a must.</li> <li>CISI exams are compulsory (1. UAE Financial Rules and Regulations and 2. Risk in Financial Services)</li> <li>Excellent numerical and analytical skills</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure</li> <li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Good communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Genuine interest in financial markets</li> <li>Ability to travel overseas</li> </ul> What we offer along the way <ul> <li>Competitive and attractive compensation</li> <li>Extensive learning opportunities, such as professional training and certifications, soft skills development, free English courses, and trading workshops</li> <li>Health and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children, including mental health care, and coverage for vision and dental care</li> <li>Generous time off, including 21 days of annual leave and paid sick leave</li> <li>Education allowance for your children's school and kindergarten fees</li> <li>Sports reimbursement</li> <li>Outstanding team-building experiences and Exness community gatherings</li> </ul> Your journey after applying <ul> <li>TA Interview (30 minutes)</li> <li>English capacity quiz</li> <li>Final Interview (1 hour)</li> </ul> Sounds like you? Apply. Please note : Exness may amend or withdraw job postings at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, please read our data protection policy. Our data policy describes the processing of your personal data and informs you that your data may be transferred to Exness / Exness Group companies worldwide. Exness Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorized Exness representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. At Exness, we are an equal opportunity employer where every individual is valued. No matter your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability, we welcome you. As an international fintech company, we celebrate diversity and promote gender equality for all genders in our workforce. J-18808-Ljbffr

Head of Risk Management

KPMG UAE

A leading consultancy firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Manager within the Financial Risk Management team. The role involves developing risk solutions, managing multiple projects, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in financial risk management, a relevant bachelor's degree, and strong analytical skills. The firm offers a competitive salary and continuous development opportunities.

Senior Financial Risk Manager - Market & Liquidity Advisory

GIG Gulf

<div>
 
 
 Who we are
 
 
 
 GIG Gulf (a Fairfax company) is part of the Gulf Insurance Group (GIG), the #1 largest regional composite insurer in the Middle East and North Africa, with presence in 12 markets including the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Turkey. GIG Group reported consolidated assets of US$ 4.01 billion and $84 million net profit for the year 2024. The majority shareholder of GIG Group is Toronto based Fairfax Financial Holding, a global leader in insurance and reinsurance with a presence in 40 markets.
 
 
 
 
 
 GIG Gulf is an &lsquo;A&rsquo; rated regional insurer with a top 5 position in each of its markets (UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain). GIG Gulf has been present in the region for over 70 years with a strategic focus on both growth and investments and is a one stop shop offering a wide range of insurance products and services that cater to a broad variety of needs for corporates, SMEs and individual customers throughout UAE, Oman, Bahrain, and Qatar. GIG Gulf also owns a 50% stake in GIG Saudi. Our strategic objectives and guiding principles are focused on Regional Growth, Customer Experience and Digital Transformation.
 
 
 
 
 
 GIG Gulf has created a diverse and inclusive working environment and culture with a workforce of over 800 employees, with over 60 nationalities, across 15 branches and retail shops region-wide and over 1 million customers. GIG Gulf is a caring partner that encourages customers to achieve their goals and live an inspiring and fulfilling life. We are obsessed with customer feedback and continuously evolving to become the region&rsquo;s digital insurer of reference, committed to running our operations in a responsible, sustainable way.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job purpose:
 
 
 
 To contribute and to develop risk management activities across different risk areas. Primary focus would be on Insurance risks (Reserving, Reinsurance, Underwriting and Product reviews) but also supporting on Financial and Operational disciplines to deliver a comprehensive risk framework to the business whilst being sensitive to the business requirements.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Conduct a 2nd opinion on reserves for Life and P&amp;C Lobs to ensure the appropriateness of reserves.
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 Conduct pricing peer reviews and sensitivity analysis exercises on large deals and new products.
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 Perform stress tests on different risk factors to set risk appetite limits and regularly monitor exposure against these limits.
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 Update, maintain and develop stochastic models for CAT and Large losses for the purpose of reinsurance modelling, pricing, and optimization. Provide quantitative and qualitative output to support the Risk management 2nd opinion on reinsurance.
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 Contribute to financial risk management activities such as Assets Liability Matching, Credit Risk Assessment, and liquidity monitoring.
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 Support on a need basis the internal control and operational risk activities.
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 Operational &amp; Technical Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Challenge on technical, actuarial, financial, operational and reinsurance topics and express valid arguments to support findings, opinions and recommendations.
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 Proactively suggest pragmatic solutions to enhance operations and business.
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 Essential Requirements:
 
 
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 Actuarial background or graduate in any discipline preferably mathematics, statistics, or engineering.
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 1-3 years as actuary, Risk Manager, or holding a technical function in an insurance or reinsurance company or in a consulting environment.
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 Sound knowledge of actuarial concepts and analysis.
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 Strong skills on actuarial modelling and coding on R and VBA.
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 Relationship Management skills to deal with the different stakeholders locally (Actuarial, Finance, Reinsurance, and Underwriting teams) and across the Group.
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 Ability to identify the salient points in complex topics and formulate clear and straight to the points communication to business executives.
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 Ability to understand and utilize established solutions and various new tools and systems.
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 Detail oriented and at the same time have the global picture in mind.
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 Highly motivated and able to work on various projects, in a highly demanding environment with various stakeholders.
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 Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written.
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 Team player.
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Risk Manager

HSBC

<div>Some careers grow faster than others.
If you&rsquo;re looking for a career that will give you plenty of opportunities to develop, join HSBC and your future will be rich with potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further
Role: 
Reporting directly to the UAE Head of Risk and Oversight, primary responsibility is to manage the Payment &amp; Forex risk and Operational Resilience programme for the UAE Retail business. 
This role requires the ability to continually assess the Operational Risks associated with product design and delivery retail and wealth business. It includes identification, monitoring and testing of controls in all areas of emerging and residual risk across various risks, including Regulatory compliance, Legal risk, Financial Crime risk and Resilience risk including, data security, technology design and implementation across the teams supported. Role holder is also expected to understand the risk associated with disruption of Important Business Services (under Operational Resilience programme) for UAE Retail Products 
Key Accountabilities: 
Impact on Business 
<ul><li>
Ensure that the initiatives design, delivery and operation is within HSBC&rsquo;s risk appetite, compliant with local and global regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Align to bank&rsquo;s strategic objectives &ndash; while enabling safe, customer focused growth.</li><li>
Design and establish a robust Digital Product governance framework in line with the risk governance framework.</li><li>
Executing key governance responsibilities related to the Digital and Product life cycle ensuring Group and Regulatory requirements are met.</li><li>
Management of open Helios issues/actions and dispensations raised in relation to the Retail, CIM, IWS Products and Digital business, ensuring resolution, timely closure and read across.</li></ul> 
Customers / Stakeholders 
<ul><li>Work in partnership with various Retail Product team and entity COO team engaging SMEs to develop, maintain and enhance risk and compliance controls that support business objectives and risk appetite.</li><li>
Harmonize risk standards across multiple products lines and channels of delivery.</li><li>
Manage strong relationships across all the risk management sub-function structures, securing support and engagement with teams supported.</li></ul> 
Leadership &amp; Teamwork 
<ul><li>Support the effective management of Audit and Compliance Assurance reviews, closing out issues identified in an effective and timely manner, for Retail functions.</li><li>
Drive the Operational Resilience programme for UAE IWPB including engagement with entity COO team</li><li>
Support and inspire a multi-disciplinary governance and risk team, building expertise across all covered domains.</li><li>
Outstanding leadership skills that include setting the right tone to ensure risk.</li></ul> 
Operational Effectiveness &amp; Control 
<ul><li>Shape and influence Payment &amp; Forex risk controls, constructively challenging the status quo in search of continuously better ways to manage risk and support Retail, customer engagement and behaviors.</li><li>
Support impact assessments related to regulatory change including analysis of regulations on regulatory change projects.</li></ul> 
In order to apply for this role you must have the following: 
Knowledge and Experience: 
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Minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience in WPB Product Management. Any experience in Payment and Forex would be desirable.</li><li>
Knowledge of Operational Resilience is desirable.</li><li>
An evidential track record in Stakeholder Management, with a particular emphasis on Second Line Functions.</li><li>
Technical knowledge and broad understanding of Transactional banking, Payments and Foreign Exchange will be an advantage.</li></ul> 
Skills and Abilities: 
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Strong presentation and paper writing skills.</li><li>
Highly effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.</li><li>
High level of energy and enthusiasm.</li><li>
Must have the potential for further development personally and professionally.</li><li>
Excellent relationship building and senior stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Able to navigate conflicting strategic priorities and decisions</li><li>
Able to influence internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul> 
HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website. 
Issued by The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited.</div>

Risk and Oversight Manager UAE, Retail Products, WPB (UAE National Only)

GSSTech Group

<div>We are looking for a hands-on Project Manager to drive regulatory initiatives and new product implementations within Global Markets &amp; Treasury, with a strong focus on Calypso-based projects, Risk &amp; Finance regulatory change, and complex credit derivative implementations. The role owns end-to-end delivery from initiation to closure, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, budget, and regulatory compliance, while managing dependencies across business, IT, vendors, and regulators.
Requirements<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Project Delivery &amp; Execution</h3><ul>
<li>Own end-to-end delivery of Global Markets &amp; Treasury projects (Regulatory + New Products)
</li><li>Drive Calypso implementations and enhancements across Risk, Finance, and Front Office workflows
</li><li>Manage delivery across Credit Derivatives, structured products, and complex instruments
</li><li>Define project scope, milestones, deliverables, timelines, and budgets
</li><li>Track progress across sprints / phases and ensure adherence to agreed quality metrics
</li><li>Proactively manage scope change, risks, issues, and dependencies
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Regulatory &amp; Risk Initiatives</h3><ul>
<li>Lead regulatory-driven projects involving Risk, Finance, and Compliance teams
</li><li>Ensure alignment with internal governance, audit, and central bank regulations
</li><li>Coordinate with Risk &amp; Finance stakeholders on regulatory interpretations and delivery impacts
</li><li>Ensure documentation, controls, and audit readiness throughout the lifecycle
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Stakeholder &amp; Dependency Management</h3><ul>
<li>Act as the primary point of contact for business, IT, vendors, and PMO
</li><li>Run SteerCo, project board, and stakeholder meetings
</li><li>Resolve cross-team dependencies across Trading, Risk, Finance, Operations, and Technology
</li><li>Escalate delivery risks decisively with mitigation plans
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Governance &amp; Reporting</h3><ul>
<li>Maintain project plans, RAID logs, dependencies, assumptions, and constraints
</li><li>Provide clear MIS, status reports, and executive dashboards
</li><li>Ensure compliance with PMO, QMS, Risk, and Audit standards
</li><li>Track budget utilisation (Planned vs Actual)
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Team &amp; Vendor Management</h3><ul>
<li>Manage internal delivery teams and external vendors
</li><li>Ensure resources are onboarded, productive, and contractually compliant
</li><li>Drive accountability, execution discipline, and delivery focus
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Required Skills &amp; Experience</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Must-Have</h3><ul>
<li>8+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager in Banking / Financial Services
</li><li>Strong exposure to Global Markets &amp; Treasury projects
</li><li>Experience delivering Calypso-based initiatives (implementation, upgrades, regulatory change)
</li><li>Solid understanding of Capital Markets products, especially:
</li><li><ul><li>Credit Derivatives
</li><li>Fixed Income / Structured Products
</li></ul></li><li>Proven experience managing regulatory projects involving Risk &amp; Finance
</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and dependency resolution skills
</li><li>Execution-focused mindset &mdash; drives outcomes, not just governance
</li><li>Excellent communication (senior stakeholders, business &amp; tech)
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Good to Have</h3><ul>
<li>Experience with Agile / Hybrid / Waterfall delivery models
</li><li>Exposure to risk engines, valuation, P&amp;L, collateral, or regulatory reporting
</li><li>Prior experience in large enterprise or Tier-1 bank environments
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Education &amp; Certification</h3><ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in IT, Engineering, Finance, or related field
</li><li>PMP / PRINCE2 or equivalent Project Management certification (preferred)
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Tools &amp; Environment</h3><ul>
<li>Project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Confluence)
</li><li>Strong working knowledge of MS Office
</li><li>Enterprise banking technology landscape</li></ul></div>

Project Manager - Calypso

DUBAI PROPERTIES GROUP LLC

1. Cash Management & Liquidity:<ul><li>Execute daily cash positioning, monitoring bank balances, and ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs.</li><li>Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow forecasts, analyzing variances and providing insights to the Treasury Manager.</li><li>Initiate and process electronic fund transfers (EFTs), inter-account transfers, and other payment instructions accurately and timely.</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</li></ul>2. Bank Relationship Management Support:<ul><li>Act as a key point of contact for day-to-day interactions with banking partners, assisting with account opening/closing, documentation, and operational inquiries.</li><li>Support the Treasury Manager in evaluating bank services and optimizing banking structures.</li></ul>3. Financial Risk Management Support:<ul><li>Assist in monitoring foreign exchange exposures and executing hedging strategies as directed by the Treasury Manager.</li><li>Support the identification and mitigation of financial risks related to cash management, payments, and investments.</li></ul>4. Investment Operations Support:<ul><li>Assist in the execution of short-term investment strategies as per company policy, ensuring optimal returns while adhering to risk parameters.</li><li>Monitor investment performance and prepare related reports.</li></ul>5. Compliance & Reporting:<ul><li>Ensure strict adherence to DHCM&#x27;s treasury policies, internal controls, and relevant financial regulations.</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely treasury reports, including cash flow statements, bank reconciliations, and debt schedules.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requirements by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to treasury activities.</li></ul>6. Process Improvement:<ul><li>Identify opportunities to streamline treasury processes, enhance efficiency, and improve internal controls.</li><li>Participate in the implementation of new treasury systems or tools.</li></ul>7. Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Responsibilities:<ul><li>Ensure full compliance with DHCM’s Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Policy, governance framework, and standards by conducting all tasks according to HSE procedures, attending mandatory training, actively reporting hazards, near misses, or incidents, and utilizing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as identified in risk assessments.</li></ul>

Senior Officer - Treasury

SGT Smart Global General Trading LLC

Job Title: Project Manager &ndash; Commercial Kitchen Equipment (Technical Background Required)Job Summary:Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects within the organization. This role requires a professional who can manage project teams, coordinate resources, and ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager will work closely with stakeholders to define project objectives, create detailed project plans, and monitor progress to ensure successful project delivery.Key Responsibilities:&#9989; Project Management: Plan, execute, and oversee kitchen equipment projects from procurement to installation, ensuring timely delivery and budget control.&#9989; Client Coordination: Act as the main point of contact, manage expectations, and ensure customer satisfaction.&#9989; Supply Chain &amp; Vendor Management: Coordinate procurement, logistics, and vendor relationships for seamless project execution.&#9989; Budget &amp; Cost Control: Develop cost estimates, monitor expenses, and identify savings without compromising quality.&#9989; Team Leadership: Assign tasks, coordinate cross-functional teams, and resolve project challenges.&#9989; Compliance &amp; Safety: Ensure adherence to industry regulations, conduct risk assessments, and maintain necessary documentation.&#9989; Quality Assurance: Oversee installations, conduct inspections, and ensure adherence to high-quality standards.Additional Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage after-sales support and warranty processes.</li><li>Identify business development and upselling opportunities.</li><li>Optimize project workflows and implement process improvements.</li><li>Handle contract negotiations and risk management strategies.</li><li>Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities.</li></ul>Qualifications:1. Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or related field2. Experience: Minimum 4-5 years of experience in project management roles3. Skills:<ul><li>Strong knowledge of project management methodologies</li><li>Proficiency in project management software</li><li>Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.</li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills</li></ul>4. Safety certifications (optional): Fire Marshall and first aid.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>How many years of experience in coordinating with suppliers, clients, and internal teams for project execution ?</li><li>Do you have a strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, and risk management in project execution?</li><li>Have you managed start-to-finish commercial kitchen equipment installation projects before ? That is planning and purchasing the equipment to delivery, installation, quality checks, and final handover to the client.</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Project Management: 4 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>English (Required)</li><li>Hindi (Preferred)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Driving License (Required)</li></ul>

Project Manager – Commercial Kitchen Equipment

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