RISK OFFICER
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Finance & Banking
Risk Manager/Analyst, Financial Compliance, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Regulatory Environment: ADGM/FSRA and DIFC/DFSA
ROLE PURPOSEThe 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.
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.
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