Operational Risk Manager - Dubai
8 hours ago
Job description
Equiti is a pioneering fintech firm and world-class provider of multi-asset fintech products - from liquidity solutions to in-house tech hubs to online trading platforms.
With over 400 global specialists in 9 languages, Equiti provides clients with access to individual, professional, and institutional brokerage services in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
At Equiti, we believe that financial opportunities can unlock potential for everyone, everywhere. We're on a mission to deliver accessible online trading products around the world through education and accessibility.Think finance is stuffy? Think again.
We see Equiti as a new breed of broker, and we are on the lookout for talented individuals who can perform and excel in a dynamic and innovative working environment.
Our Risk department would like to welcome a detail-oriented.Operational Risk Manager in our office in Dubai.
Responsibilities
Identify, assess, monitor and report on all operational risks.
Engage positively across the business to support Equiti Group to drive a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Provide robust challenge to the business to develop and strengthen operational risk management and controls.
Monitor all operational risks in accordance with the enterprise strategy and enterprise risk appetite.
Prepare materials to facilitate risk discussions.
Conduct periodic assessment reviews on risks and controls environment identify trends & material operational risk issues.
Identify and recommend improvements for the management of operational risks and the control environment.
Collaborate in an open & transparent manner with colleagues, peers and 3rd parties.
Contribute regular reviews of the risk framework conducting statistical analyses to quantify & support operational risks.
Maintain and reviews the Operational Risk Policies and Procedures.
Develop the firms internal risk incident reporting framework.
Maintain the operational Risk Register in conjunction with other areas of the firm; both local & global
Monitor the progress of risk mitigation activities.
Work in a seamless manner across functions & jurisdictions for the benefit of the wider Equiti Group
Establish sufficient & relevant lines of communication between senior managers and business teams.
Assist with employee awareness and understanding of operational risk management as well as how their actions & efforts contribute to operational risk management.
]Deliver insightful, accurate & timely reports.
Skills & Competencies
Autonomous with the ability to self-organize workload & meet timelines.
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills.
Strong communication skills and an ability to drive change.
Ability to innovate & bring to the table a commercially minded approach to problem solving.
Ability to work in and with diverse teams to achieve time sensitive results.
Adaptable style with an ability to present complex scenarios in a user-friendly manner to ensure engagement across a range of stakeholder groups.
Experience RequirementsBachelor's Degree in a financial discipline or equivalent work experience.
Risk related qualification e.g., IRM, FRM advantageous, but not necessary.
5+ years of experience in operational risk.
Experience of a range of risk management control frameworks.
Microsoft Office skills (Excel; PowerPoint).
Perks
Each of our offices has its special perks; be it 'no ties', free lunches, charity events, or a hybrid work policy – but whenever you walk into an Equiti office, you're sure to see a friendly face.
We encourage international collaborations and always keep our eyes open to how we can do more.The benefits you can expect at your Equiti workplace include:
Competitive salary package
Performance-based bonus
Medical insurance coverage for employees and family members
Smart working options
Employee wellness initiatives
Personalized career development
Company lunch in the office
Regular company events
With energy, drive, and imagination, there's no limit to where your career can go at Equiti.
With a diverse workforce and geographical spread of offices, we strongly support career development initiatives as well as provide a range of opportunities for professional and life experiences.
Equiti is an equal opportunity employer."Equiti" refers to a group of companies consisting of seven regulated financial services companies licensed to operate in the respective jurisdictions of their incorporation, in addition to our tech and marketing hubs. Equiti has presence in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
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