Senior Risk Specialist

2P Perfect Presentation; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

2P – Perfect Presentation in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Risk Specialist to strengthen ERM, AML/CTF, and Fraud Risk Management within the GRC function.

You will identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate strategic and regulatory risks across the organization, and collaborate with Compliance, Internal Audit, Cybersecurity, and Finance.

The role requires a 5+ year track record, a relevant degree, and a proactive, risk-aware approach to shaping governance and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, or accounting.
• 5+ years of experience in Risk Management, ERM, GRC, Compliance, or related field.
• Experience with ISO 31000/COSO ERM and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve risk management frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure alignment with ISO 31000, COSO ERM, and AML/CTF standards.
• Develop and maintain the Risk Appetite Framework, KRIs, and dashboards.
• Execute the full ERM lifecycle: identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring, reporting.
• Provide risk and financial crime advisory to business units.
• Promote a risk-aware culture via awareness programs and training.

Skills

Risk Management

GRC

ERM

AML/CTF

Fraud Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting

Job description

Founded in 2004, 2P – Perfect Presentation is a leading Saudi ICT company providing integrated technology solutions and services that enable organizations to accelerate their digital transformation journey. With extensive expertise across the technology sector, 2P delivers end-to-end ICT solutions focused on innovation, operational excellence, and creating sustainable value for its clients.

Role Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Risk Specialist to join our Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) function.

The role will be responsible for strengthening Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), AML, CTF, and Fraud Risk Management practices by identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating strategic, operational, financial, regulatory, and financial crime risks across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve risk management frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure alignment with ISO 31000, COSO ERM, applicable Saudi regulatory requirements, and relevant AML/CTF standards.
• Develop and maintain the Risk Appetite Framework, including risk appetite, tolerance, and capacity.
• Execute the full ERM lifecycle, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain risk registers, Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), risk reports, and dashboards.
• Monitor the organization’s risk profile and *escalate* material breaches, incidents, and emerging risks.
• Support and enhance AML, CTF, Fraud Risk, and Financial Crime Risk frameworks and controls.
• Conduct and review AML/CTF risk assessments, CDD, EDD, transaction monitoring, and fraud risk assessments.
• Provide risk and financial crime advisory support to business units and key stakeholders.
• Assess risks associated with new initiatives, processes, and organizational changes and recommend appropriate controls.
• Prepare periodic reports on ERM maturity, KRIs, risk exposure, AML/CTF, and fraud risk performance.
• Recommend and follow up on corrective, preventive, and risk mitigation actions.
• Promote a strong risk-aware culture through awareness programs, training, and advisory activities.
• Collaborate with Governance, Compliance, Internal Audit, Cybersecurity, Finance, and other relevant functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Risk Management, ERM, GRC, Compliance, Financial Crime Risk, AML/CTF, or a related field.
• Strong hands‑on experience in Enterprise Risk Management and risk assessment methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 31000 and COSO ERM.
• Good understanding of applicable Saudi regulatory requirements.
• Solid knowledge of AML, CTF, Fraud Risk Management, CDD, EDD, and financial crime controls.
• Experience developing and maintaining risk registers, KRIs, risk appetite metrics, management reports, and dashboards.
• Experience within IT services or technology environments is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CERA – Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst
• AML / CTF Certification
• Fraud Risk / Financial Crime related certifications