Manager - Financial Risk Management

Zohorecruit; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Riyadh is seeking a Bilingual Risk Management Specialist fluent in English and Arabic with strong experience across credit, treasury/market risk, capital & ALM, and non-financial risks. The ideal candidate has consulting exposure with banks, regulators, Big-4, or boutique firms and is ready for regional engagement in the GCC.

The role involves navigating regulatory landscapes, delivering risk projects, and collaborating with teams across the GCC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or related field.
• FRM or CFA certifications are advantageous.
• 2–6 years of relevant risk management experience.
• Consulting experience with banks, regulators, or advisory firms.
• Fluent in English and Arabic for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support high-impact regulatory and risk transformation engagements.
• Assist in IFRS 9, FRTB, Basel III/IV, ALM and Operational Risk initiatives.
• Perform risk model validations and risk assessments for financial institutions.
• Engage in client-facing engagements and present findings clearly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the GCC region.

Skills

Bilingual English/Arabic

Regulatory risk

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance/Economics/Risk Management

FRM/CFA advantageous

Tools

Excel

R

Python

SAS

Job description

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 10/07/2026

We are seeking a Bilingual Risk Management Specialist who is fluent in both English and Arabic, with substantial experience across one or more Risk Management domains (Credit / Treasury & Market Risk / Capital & ALM / Non-Financial Risks). Ideally based in Riyadh, the candidate should have prior consulting experience with leading banks, regulatory bodies, Big-4, or boutique advisory firms. This role involves engaging in complex financial projects, assisting clients in navigating regulatory landscapes, and collaborating extensively with teams across the GCC region. Travel within the region will be required for short-term project assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support high-impact regulatory and risk transformation engagements.
• Assist in the implementation/validation of IFRS 9, FRTB & Basel III/IV, ALM, Operational Risk initiatives.
• Perform detailed risk model validations and risk assessments for financial institutions.

2. Framework Development & Regulatory Compliance

• Assist clients in the design, development, and implementation of robust risk management frameworks.
• Guide clients in achieving regulatory compliance, specifically focusing on Basel standards and regional regulatory requirements.
• Engage with stakeholders to streamline risk management processes and align with global best practices.
• Actively participate in client-facing engagements, presenting findings and recommendations clearly and effectively.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and client personnel to deliver integrated risk management solutions.
• Contribute to the development of proposals, thought leadership, and presentations tailored for client needs.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, or equivalent are advantageous.

Key Skills & Experience

• 2 to 6 years of relevant experience in Risk Management (Credit, Market, Capital & ALM, or Operational Risk).
• Demonstrable prior consulting experience with leading banks, regulators, or advisory firms.
• Strong understanding of one or more from: IFRS 9, FRTB, Basel III/IV, ALM, Operational Risk and enterprise-wide risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic, facilitating effective stakeholder engagement across the GCC region.
• Proficiency in analytical tools and software is preferred but not mandatory (e.g.Excel, R, Python, SAS).
• Flexibility and willingness to travel within the GCC region