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Chief Risk Officer

Job in Muscat, Oman
Listing for: Oman Investment Authority
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-29
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Risk Manager/Analyst, Financial Compliance
  • Management
    Risk Manager/Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 OMR Yearly OMR 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

POSITION NAME

Chief Risk Officer 1

Role Objective

JOB CONTENT To oversee a comprehensive risk management framework encompassing Loan Review Credit Risk Operational Risk Market Risk Information Security Business Continuity and Corporate Governance The CRO is responsible for identifying assessing mitigating and monitoring all potential risks that could impact the bank s operations financial performance and compliance

Duties and Responsibilities Strategic
  • 1 Collaborate with Senior Management to develop implement and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework aligned with the bank s overall business strategy and risk appetite Ensure the framework complies with all relevant banking regulations and supervisory guidance
  • 2 Advise the Board of Directors on the formulation of bank s overall Risk Management strategy including credit market liquidity operational and other risk and adequacy of capital to meet the targeted risk profile
  • 3 Provide strategic leadership and direction to the heads of Loan Review Credit Risk Operational Risk Market Risk Information Security Business Continuity and Corporate Governance departments Ensure effective collaboration and information sharing among these departments to achieve a holistic view of the bank s risk profile
  • 4 Develop and implement strategies to hedge against market risks and protect the bank s capital and profitability
Financial
  • 5 Establish credit risk limits and ensure adherence through credit approval workflows and portfolio stress testing
  • 6 Oversee the implementation of corrective action plans to address non-performing loans and minimize potential credit losses
  • 7 Work closely with the Treasury department to develop hedging strategies and monitor market positions to minimize potential losses from market fluctuations
  • 8 Review budgeted vs actual figures and arrive at best estimates to predict future cost estimates required for the unit
Operational
  • 9 Lead the Loan Review department in conducting independent reviews of loan portfolios to ensure adherence to credit policies loan documentation standards and regulatory requirements
  • 10 Oversee the Credit Risk department in developing and implementing sound credit risk management practices including loan underwriting guidelines credit analysis methodologies portfolio monitoring processes and non-performing loan management strategies
  • 11 Establish credit risk limits and ensure adherence through credit approval workflows covenant monitoring and regular portfolio stress testing to assess the bank s vulnerability to potential credit losses
  • 12 Lead the identification assessment and mitigation of operational risks associated with various business processes people technology and external events
  • 13 Oversee the implementation of corrective action plans to address identified operational risk weaknesses
  • 14 Oversee the development and implementation of strategies to manage the bank s exposure to market risks including interest rate fluctuations foreign exchange movements and equity price volatility
  • 15 Oversee the Business Continuity department in developing and maintaining a comprehensive business continuity plan to ensure the bank s ability to recover from operational disruptions caused by natural disasters cyberattacks or other unforeseen events
  • 16 Ensure adherence to sound corporate governance principles by establishing a strong risk culture promoting ethical conduct and fostering transparency and accountability throughout the organization
People
  • 17 Demonstrate visible leadership to employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication by establishing and fostering an environment which stimulates good communication teamwork and creativity in both problem-solving and identifying opportunities
  • 18 Foster a culture of excellence by motivating coaching and developing a team of talented managers
  • 19 Develop and ensure a well-managed succession plan is implemented for all reporting teams through adequate training and challenging career path development for staff
KEY INTERACTIONS
  • 1 Internal Board of Directors Management Committees Division Heads Business Heads As part of day-to-day activities
  • 2 External Regulatory Bodies External Auditors Research…
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