Head of Risk Management — Payments & Compliance

Tap Payments; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payment services company in the MENA region is seeking an experienced risk management professional to oversee risk policies, lead assessments, and develop strategic risk plans. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in risk management, preferably from financial institutions, and is proficient in Arabic and English. This role requires strong analytical and relationship management skills, with a focus on compliance and operational resilience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in risk management, preferably from payment services or financial institutions.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing strategic risk management plans.
• Bilingual in Arabic and English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain documentation for risk management policies and procedures.
• Lead risk identification and assessment processes for all departments.
• Conduct business impact analysis and stress testing exercises.

Skills

Risk management

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, Finance or related area

Job description

A leading payment services company in the MENA region is seeking an experienced risk management professional to oversee risk policies, lead assessments, and develop strategic risk plans. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in risk management, preferably from financial institutions, and is proficient in Arabic and English. This role requires strong analytical and relationship management skills, with a focus on compliance and operational resilience.