Head Of Risk Management | FX & CFDs Industry

Head Of Risk Management | FX & CFDs Industry | Based In Dubai

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We are looking for an experienced Head of Risk Management to lead and oversee the enterprise-wide risk framework for a well-established and regulated FX & CFDs brokerage. This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring the firm operates within its defined risk appetite while meeting regulatory expectations across financial, operational, and regulatory risk areas.

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive enterprise risk management framework aligned with the company's strategy.
• Define and manage the firm's risk appetite in collaboration with the Board and senior management.
• Lead the Risk Management Committee and maintain the company's Risk Register.
• Prepare and present detailed risk reports to the Board, senior management, and regulators.
• Monitor market risk, trading exposure, leverage, margin requirements, and trading limits.
• Assess liquidity provider risk and oversee liquidity, credit, and counter party risk.
• Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate potential market and operational impacts.
• Identify and manage operational, technology, and cybersecurity risks in collaboration with IT and trading teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and act as a key point of contact with regulators.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, filings, and ongoing regulatory communications.
• Provide risk assessment input for new products, services, and business initiatives.
• Promote a strong risk culture by providing guidance, training, and risk awareness across the organization.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant field.
• Mandatory professional certifications: UAE Financial Rules & Regulations;
  Risk in Financial Services (CISI).
• 3-5 years of experience in risk management, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Prior experience within an SCA-regulated financial institution or brokerage firm.
• Strong knowledge of Forex and CFDs within a trading environment.
• Solid understanding of trading platforms such as Meta Trader 4/5.
• Experience with risk modeling, exposure monitoring, and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to perform under pressure.

• Senior leadership role with high visibility and strategic impact.
• Opportunity to work with a well‑established and regulated FX & CFDs brokerage.
• Competitive compensation package (details to be discussed confidentially).
• Exposure to Board‑level decision‑making and regulatory engagement.
• Career growth within a fast‑paced and dynamic trading environment.

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Full‑time

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