Financial and Enterprise Risk Management Lead

Financial and Enterprise Risk Management Lead

Muscat, Sultanate of Oman | Posted on 11/04/2025

The proposed personnel will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and continuous enhancement of GRC frameworks across the Group and its subsidiaries. This role includes providing strategic oversight, performing risk reviews, analyzing market and regulatory developments, and supporting the maturity and integration of GRC activities across all levels, while reporting directly to the GRC Director.

• Ensure implementation of Enterprise Risk Management frameworks across the Group and its subsidiaries.
• Perform evidence-based compliance testing and risk assessments.
• Monitor the effectiveness of implemented controls and recommend improvements.
• Develop and deliver training sessions and awareness programs related to risk management, business continuity, due diligence, governance and ethical conduct for relevant stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the maturity of governance, risk, and compliance functions.
• Lead or contribute to initiatives that promote integration and value creation within GRC.
• Champion the adoption of best practices, tools, and technology in GRC processes.

• Conduct regular market and geopolitical risk assessments to identify potential threats and opportunities.
• Provide risk intelligence and analysis to support strategic planning and investment decisions.
• Assess the impact of regional developments on Group's operations and risk posture.
• Review the risk controls and support in integrating and streamlining system‑based risk controls (where possible).

• Lead the execution of due diligence processes across the Group and subsidiaries, including counter party, financial, and reputational assessments.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to manage and monitor due diligence compliance.

• Ensure and support the implementation and maintenance of the Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework.
• Oversee BCM drills, incident management simulations, and compliance with ISO standards.

• Review and assess related party transactions (RPTs) across the Group to ensure transparency, fairness, and proper governance.
• Provide guidance on the documentation, approval, and disclosure requirements related to RPTs in accordance with internal policies and external regulations.

• Prepare periodic reports and dashboards for senior leadership and board committees.
• Provide updates on compliance testing outcomes, risk trends, and corrective actions.
• Communicate key findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics or risk management.
• Experience:
  
  6 to 8 years’ experience in internal audit, analyst or risk management roles.
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and market awareness skills.
  • Excellent reporting, presentation, and communication abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Leadership and team collaboration skills.
  • Proficiency in using GRC or data analysis tools is preferred.