Risk and Control Manager

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

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking a Risk and Control Manager in Dubai to oversee risk and control activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management and possess skills such as analytical thinking and strong communication. Responsibilities include providing risk management advice, preparing risk reports, and identifying opportunities for process improvement. This role offers a chance to contribute to a supportive workplace fostered by continuous professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Banking experience with knowledge of banking activities.
• Familiarity with the regulatory environment in financial services.
• Experience in audit or compliance is preferred.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee risk and control activities within the department.
• Provide advice on maintaining an effective risk environment.
• Identify opportunities for improving risk processes.
• Prepare and present risk reports to senior management.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of non-financial risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Role Title: Risk and Control Manager (UAE National) IWPB

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We are seeking a skilled and experienced individual to join our team as a Risk and Control Manager. This role will be overseeing risk and control activities within the department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate as a point of accountability for executing an effective framework with the deployment of an integrated approach to manage Non-financial risk (NFR) Taxonomies and internal control for Retail, Wealth & onshore GPB.
• RTCL /Creating and Refresh/ amending RCAs outputs for IWPB (including onshore GPB) for all Non-financial risk (NFR) Taxonomies.
• Provide advice and guidance on the maintenance of an effective risk and control environment.
• Have a good understanding of Retail, onshore Private Banking and Wealth Products and services in IWPB
• To work effectively with the Country Risk steward, Operational Risk team, and Country business/functional heads.
• Identify opportunities for improving risk and control processes and implement best practices.
• Prepare and present risk and control reports to senior management.
• Reporting control monitoring and performance data to local management and committees.
• Support Data Quality exceptions, Review and challenges,Issue and actions management, FIM implementation, Conflict of Interest Management, Read across etc.
• Assume any other activities articulated in CCO task allocation and Services catalogue.

Experience & Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Banking experience with an understanding of banking activities, products, processes and systems
• Knowledge of regulatory environment in the financial services sector.
• Exposure to an operation and a control environment, such as audit or compliance preferred.
• Able to conceptualise the operational impact of business change.
• Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills.
• Understanding of non-financial risk management, preferably gained through experience in front line, risk roles, consultancy, or audit.
• Analytics skills and ability to perceive, organize, and assimilate information, to allow appropriate management oversight or to assist in making decisions/ evaluate gaps and offer solutions/proposals. This should include ability to contextualize data into business activities and conclusions.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently under pressure within a team environment.
• Proven problem-solving skills with ability to consider alternative and lateral solutions.
• Demonstrate a positive behavior and outlook consistently, even in challenging situations. Your positive attitude will contribute to a supportive and encouraging workplace environment.
• Expected to assume any tasks assigned to you by your line manager. This flexibility and willingness to take on various responsibilities are essential for the smooth operation of the organization and the achievement of team goals

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