Assistant Manager - BCM and ORM

Job Description

Kinetic is working with a leading bank who are hiring an assistant manager - BCM and ORM to be based in Umm Al Quwain.

Please note that you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, testing, and implementation of improvements and efficiencies in all areas of business continuity management.
• Conduct business impact analysis and risk assessments to identify critical business functions and potential risks.
• Coordinate and oversee all business continuity planning and disaster recovery activities as required.
• Take a lead role in the development and maintenance of the operational risk management framework.
• Complete and perform assurance testing for the risk and control self-assessment process.
• Develop and establish appropriate key risk indicators for the business units and ensure effective monitoring for any breaches.
• Report and maintain operational loss databases through analysis of incident reports.
• Track and monitor remediation plans for operational risks until completion.
• Stay abreast of industry practices and all regulations related to BCM and ORM.
• Any other tasks or projects assigned by the manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, risk management, finance, or equivalent. A master's degree or professional certification is preferred.
• Minimum 6 - 8 years of experience in BCM / ORM within the banking industry in the UAE. Experience in financial services or a regulated environment is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of fraud prevention and detection techniques, technologies, and industry best practices.
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks and business continuity standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Applicants should be available for face-to-face interviews in the location mentioned above.