Head Of Risk Management | FX & CFDs Industry | Based In Dubai

Arvion Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A regulated FX & CFDs brokerage is seeking a Head of Risk Management to lead their enterprise-wide risk framework. This role includes designing risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing guidance across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, professional certifications, and 3-5 years of risk management experience, including 2 years in a senior position. This position offers competitive compensation and career growth in a dynamic trading environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Opportunity for career growth

High visibility in strategic impact

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in risk management, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Prior experience within a regulated financial institution or brokerage firm.
• Strong knowledge of Forex and CFDs in a trading environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain a comprehensive enterprise risk management framework.
• Lead the Risk Management Committee and maintain the company's Risk Register.
• Prepare detailed risk reports for the Board and regulators.

Skills

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MetaTrader 4/5

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Head of Risk Management to lead and oversee the enterprise-wide risk framework for a well-established and regulated FX & CFDs brokerage. This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring the firm operates within its defined risk appetite while meeting regulatory expectations across financial, operational, and regulatory risk areas.

What You Will Do

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive enterprise risk management framework aligned with the company's strategy.
• Define and manage the firm's risk appetite in collaboration with the Board and senior management.
• Lead the Risk Management Committee and maintain the company's Risk Register.
• Prepare and present detailed risk reports to the Board, senior management, and regulators.
• Monitor market risk, trading exposure, leverage, margin requirements, and trading limits.
• Assess liquidity provider risk and oversee liquidity, credit, and counterparty risk.
• Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate potential market and operational impacts.
• Identify and manage operational, technology, and cybersecurity risks in collaboration with IT and trading teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and act as a key point of contact with regulators.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, filings, and ongoing regulatory communications.
• Provide risk assessment input for new products, services,.
• Promote a strong risk culture by providing guidance, training, and risk awareness across the organization.

What Makes You A Good Fit

• Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant field.
• Mandatory professional certifications:
• UAE Financial Rules & Regulations
• Risk in Financial Services (CISI)
• 3-5 years of experience in risk management, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Prior experience within an SCA-regulated financial institution or brokerage firm.
• Strong knowledge of Forex and CFDs within a trading environment.
• Solid understanding of trading platforms such as MetaTrader 4/5.
• Experience with risk modeling, exposure monitoring, and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to perform under pressure.

What We Offer

• Senior leadership role with high visibility and strategic impact.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established and regulated FX & CFDs brokerage.
• Competitive compensation package (details to be discussed confidentially).
• Exposure to Board-level decision-making and regulatory engagement.
• Career growth within a fast-paced and dynamic trading environment.