Chief Risk Officer

Mirabaud & Cie SA; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global banking institution in Dubai is seeking a senior Risk Manager to lead the Risk and Operations Teams and ensure compliance with DFSA regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Economics or Finance, 20 years of experience in the banking sector, and strong knowledge of derivatives and risk management. This full-time position promises significant impact within a family-friendly and dynamic environment, offering flexible working arrangements and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Family-friendly benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Cultural and sporting activities

Qualifications

• 20 years experience within a similar role in the banking sector.
• Very good knowledge of DFSA regulations.
• Very good knowledge of derivatives operations and margining.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Risk and Operations Teams.
• Ensure the development and implementation of controls.
• Monitor business activities in line with the DFSA rules.

Skills

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Fluent English

Education

Degree in Economics or Finance or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the Risk and Operations Teams (3-5 people);
• Ensure the development and implementation of controls;
• Monitor the business activities in line with the DFSA rules;
• Define limits for financial counterparties and monitor compliance;
• Valuation of portfolios (LTV) for Lombard loans;
• Controlling market operations monitoring limits and margin calls for derivatives operations;
• Ensure the reporting of CFTC and exchange limits;
• Contribute to the development of risk analysis and monitoring tools (Bank and Group);
• Participate in 2nd level controls for regulatory reporting (FP LE AR);
• Conduct due diligence relating to the client on-boarding process;
• Improve existing tools and processes;
• Promote the risk culture within the bank;
• Assist with compliance tasks as required;

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics or Finance or equivalent;
• 20 years experience within a similar role in the banking sector;
• Very good knowledge of DFSA regulations;
• Very good knowledge of derivatives operations and margining;
• Excellent interpersonal skills ability to listen and customer oriented;
• Accurate methodical rigorous and quick;
• Stress resistant;
• Fluent English Arabic or French an asset;

Additional Information

Jump on the boat!
Family-friendly and dynamic international environment;
Direct impact on the business no matter your position or seniority;
Work in an environment that encourages autonomy and entrepreneurship;
Flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a better work-life balance;
Variety of cultural and sporting activities during your free time;
Inclusion and equal treatment;
Various employee benefits & family friendly benefits.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time