Risk Management Analyst

IRS International Recruitment Services (Group); Manama; On-site; BHD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment services group is seeking a Risk Management Analyst to join a high-performing investment team in Bahrain. The role involves analyzing various risks, conducting stress tests, and maintaining risk models while collaborating with multiple teams. Candidates should possess a degree in finance or related fields, alongside 3-5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in risk assessment tools, knowledge of capital markets, and fluency in both Arabic and English are required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in risk, investment, or financial analysis.
• Validity in risk assessment tools and capital markets knowledge.
• CFA, FRM, or ACCA certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Analyse market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks.
• Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis.
• Develop and maintain risk models (e.g., VaR, Monte Carlo).
• Collaborate with audit, investment, and finance teams.
• Support scenario analysis and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Support internal/external audits and reporting.

Skills

Risk Modelling

Portfolio Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of Capital Markets

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics

Job description

We're Hiring: Risk Management Analyst

Location: Bahrain|Investment Sector |3–5 Years’ Experience

On behalf of one of our leading clients in Bahrain, we’re seeking a detail-orientedRisk Management Analystto join a high-performing investment team. Reporting to the Chief Audit Officer, the ideal candidate will have experience in risk modelling, portfolio analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse market, credit, operational & liquidity risks
• Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis
• Develop and maintain risk models (e.g., VaR, Monte Carlo)
• Collaborate with audit, investment, and finance teams
• Support scenario analysis and regulatory compliance efforts
• Support internal/external audits and reporting

Skills

What You’ll Need:

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in risk, investment, or financial analysis
• Proficiency in Excel and risk assessment tools
• Knowledge of capital markets, regulatory frameworks (e.g. MiFID, DORA), and investment strategies
• CFA, FRM, or ACCA certification is an advantage
• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)

Interested candidates can send their CV

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