RISK OFFICER

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb in the UAE is looking for a seasoned Risk Officer to lead the design, implementation and oversight of the risk management framework for regulated financial services, focusing on alternative asset managers and Category 3C entities. The role acts as a second line of defence and reports to senior management and Boards.

You will identify, assess and report risks to senior management and Boards, and engage regulators such as ADGM/FSRA and DIFC/DFSA with clarity and professionalism.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years' risk management experience within financial services.
• Strong experience in alternative asset management / investment management.
• Prior work with Category 3C regulated entities is essential.
• Deep knowledge of the ADGM/FSRA regulatory environment; DIFC/DFSA experience desirable.
• Familiarity with risk frameworks, governance, and risk reporting to Boards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee the risk management framework.
• Identify, assess, monitor and report key risks across the business.
• Provide independent risk oversight to senior management and Boards.
• Engage regulators and coordinate risk-related communications with relevant teams.

Skills

Risk management

Alternative asset management

Category 3C entities

ADGM/FSRA & DIFC/DFSA

Regulatory reporting

Governance & controls

Board reporting

Regulatory engagement

Education

Finance degree

Economics degree

Risk management degree

FRM/PRM/CFA preferred

Job description

RISK OFFICER

Location: Dubai / Abu Dhabi, UAE

Regulatory Environment: ADGM/FSRA and DIFC/DFSA

ROLE PURPOSE

The Risk Officer will be responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the risk management framework for regulated financial services businesses, with a particular focus on alternative asset managers and Category 3C entities. Acting as a key second line of defence, the Risk Officer will identify, assess, monitor and report on key risks across the business, including investment, market, liquidity, operational, regulatory, conduct, technology/cyber and third-party risk, as applicable. The role will work closely with senior management, Compliance and investment teams and provide independent risk oversight and reporting to senior management and Boards.

REQUIREMENTS

5–10 years' risk management experience within financial services. Strong experience within alternative asset management / investment management. Previous experience within Category 3C regulated entities is essential. Strong knowledge of the ADGM/FSRA regulatory environment, with experience engaging with the regulator. DIFC/DFSA experience highly desirable. Strong understanding of risk frameworks, governance, controls, operational risk and investment-related risk. Experience preparing risk reporting for Boards and senior management. Degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management or a related discipline. FRM, PRM, CFA or similar professional qualification preferred.

Key Competencies

Independent and commercially aware risk professional with the confidence to challenge constructively, strong integrity and judgement, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of regulatory expectations and risk governance within investment management.