Manager - Financial Risk Management

uniqusus; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

uniqusus in Riyadh seeks a bilingual Risk Management Specialist fluent in English and Arabic to support IFRS 9, FRTB, Basel III/IV, ALM and other risk initiatives for financial institutions across the GCC. You will deliver analyses, models, and client-ready recommendations.

Requires 2–6 years’ experience in risk management, consulting with banks or regulators, and willingness to travel regionally; excellent written and spoken English and Arabic are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or related discipline.
• FRM or CFA certifications are advantageous.
• 2–6 years of risk management experience across Credit, Market, Capital & ALM, or Operational Risk.
• Consulting experience with banks/regulators/advisory firms preferred.
• Strong English and Arabic communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Risk Consulting & Project Delivery: Support high‑impact regulatory and risk transformation engagements; assist in IFRS 9, FRTB & Basel III/IV implementations; perform risk model validations and risk assessments.
• Framework Development & Regulatory Compliance: Design and implement robust risk management frameworks; guide clients to regulatory compliance and Basel standards; collaborate with stakeholders to streamline risk processes.
• Client Engagement & Collaboration: Participate in client-facing engagements, present findings and recommendations; collaborate with cross‑functional teams; contribute to proposals and thought leadership.

Skills

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Client engagement

IFRS 9

FRTB

Basel III/IV

ALM

Analytics

English-Arabic bilingual

Education

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

FRM or CFA advantageous

Tools

Excel

Python

R

SAS

Job description

Role Overview 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

• 1. Risk Consulting & Project Delivery 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.
• 3. Client Engagement & Collaboration 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