Head of Governance & Group Subsidiary Risk Oversight

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Head of Governance, Strategy and Group Subsidiary Oversight. This senior role focuses on enhancing governance and risk oversight across the organization and its subsidiaries. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in risk management, particularly in the GCC region, and be able to align risk governance with the business strategy while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of progressive risk management experience in major financial institutions.
• Significant exposure within the GCC region.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Align risk governance with business strategy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead strategic risk initiatives across the organization.

Skills

Risk management experience

Leadership skills

Governance knowledge

Strategic initiative leadership

Job description

A leading financial institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Head of Governance, Strategy and Group Subsidiary Oversight. This senior leadership role is critical for enhancing governance and risk oversight across its group and subsidiaries. The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years of progressive risk management experience in major financial institutions, including significant exposure within the GCC region. You will be responsible for aligning risk governance with business strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and leading strategic risk initiatives across the organization.