Third Party Risk Officer

Capital.com; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading platform is seeking a detail-oriented Third Party Risk Officer to enhance its risk management framework. This role involves conducting risk assessments, preparing governance reports, and engaging with stakeholders for compliance support. Candidates should possess a degree in Business Risk Management or a related field along with 13 years of experience in risk management or compliance, ideally within financial services. The role offers competitive salary, generous time off, and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Work-Life Harmony

Annual Performance Bonus

Generous Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Workation Wonderland

Volunteer Days

Qualifications

• 13 years of experience in risk management, compliance, procurement, IT or audit ideally within financial services or a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with third-party risk concepts, due diligence processes and regulatory guidelines.
• Experience in using risk assessment tools and issue tracking software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing third-party risk assessments and due diligence activities.
• Maintain tools and trackers for consistency and compliance.
• Prepare governance materials and internal risk event status updates.

Skills

Strong analytical and organisational skills

Detail-oriented and process-driven

Clear communicator

Interpersonal skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Degree in Business Risk Management, Finance or a related field

Tools

Risk assessment tools

Audit software

Job description

Third Party Risk Officer

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting‑edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever‑growing talented team.

Third Party Risk Officer is looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive officer to support the continued development, operational implementation and ongoing maintenance of our third‑party and outsourcing risk management framework. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in risk compliance or operational controls to contribute to building a best‑in‑class risk function within a fast‑paced growing fintech environment.

Operational Support & Risk Assessments

• Assist in the execution of third‑party and outsourcing risk assessments and criticality, the completion of due diligence activities documenting findings, and identifying controls with business owners to maintain third‑party inventories and risk registers ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Framework Embedding

• Work closely with the Head of Risk to roll out the third‑party and outsourcing risk framework across the organization, maintain tools, templates and trackers provided by the Third Party Risk Manager to ensure consistency and compliance with internal standards, and identify opportunities to improve process efficiency and control effectiveness.

Governance and Reporting

• Assist in preparing governance forum packs, MI dashboards and status updates for internal records of risk events, control breaches and remediation, and escalating overdue actions or unresolved risks in accordance with the escalation procedures.

Monitoring and Controls

• Support vendor performance monitoring by collecting and analysing KPIs/KRIs/SLA periodic control testing or quality reviews to verify compliance, periodically review and update the company’s register of third‑party risks, and escalating any identified weaknesses or non‑compliance in the risk processes.

Stakeholder Engagement & Training

• Act as a point of contact for business teams seeking support on third‑party risk, facilitate training sessions and awareness campaigns under the guidance of the Third Party Risk first‑line teams, and adopt risk tools and practices by offering guidance and troubleshooting.

Requirements

• Degree in Business Risk Management, Finance or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 13 years of experience in risk management, compliance, procurement, IT or audit ideally within financial services or a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with third‑party risk concepts, due diligence processes and regulatory guidelines (e.g. FCA, EBA, DORA).
• Experience using risk assessment tools, issue tracking or audit software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills; detail‑oriented and process‑driven.
• Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills; comfortable working across functions and time zones.
• Hands‑on approach, eagerness to learn and contribute to a growing function with evolving responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
• Work‑Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you – because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock.
• Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well‑deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
• Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: We’ve got your back with a medical insurance plan. Plus location‑specific benefits and perks!
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.

Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.

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