Risk Officer - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Stanley Mac

    Stanley Mac
    Stanley Mac Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    3 days ago

    Description

    Position Overview

    We are seeking an experienced Risk Officer to join our team and lead the implementation and management of our comprehensive enterprise risk management framework. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating risks across operational, regulatory, and technology domains while ensuring strict adherence to VARA's Risk Management and Compliance Rulebooks.

    Key Responsibilities

    Risk Governance & Framework Development

    • Lead the implementation of Risk Management Framework (RMF) in accordance with VARA regulatory requirements

    • Develop, maintain, and regularly update the organization's Risk Appetite Statement, Risk Register, and Risk Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs)

    • Design and document comprehensive risk policies, procedures, and internal control mechanisms

    Risk Identification & Assessment

    • Conduct thorough risk assessments across multiple domains including operational, cyber security, regulatory compliance, vendor management, financial, and third-party risks

    • Perform comprehensive risk reviews for new product launches, service offerings, and geographical expansions

    • Lead scenario analysis initiatives, stress testing exercises, and business continuity planning (BCP) development

    Risk Monitoring & Reporting

    • Establish and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), evaluate control effectiveness, and identify early warning signals

    • Prepare comprehensive periodic risk reports for senior management and Board Risk Committee presentations

    • Coordinate and support internal audits, external audits, regulatory inspections, and VARA regulatory submissions

    Cross-Functional Collaboration & Advisory Services

    • Partner closely with Compliance, Product Development, Technology, Legal, and Operations teams to foster a robust risk management culture

    • Facilitate Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) workshops and oversee issue remediation tracking processes

    • Provide strategic advisory services to business units regarding emerging risks and effective mitigation strategies

    Regulatory Compliance & Engagement

    • Ensure comprehensive implementation, testing, and documentation of all risk-related obligations under VARA Risk Management Rulebook

    • Contribute to the preparation and submission of regulatory filings and reports as required by VARA

    • Maintain current knowledge of UAE and international risk management standards within the digital asset ecosystem

    Required Qualifications & Experience

    Professional Experience:

    • 7-10 years of progressive experience in enterprise risk management, operational risk, or internal controls within financial services, fintech, or digital asset organizations

    Regulatory Knowledge:

    • Strong understanding of UAE regulatory landscape with hands-on experience working with VARA, ADGM, or DFSA frameworks highly preferred

    Technical Expertise:

    • Comprehensive knowledge of established risk management frameworks including ISO 31000, COSO ERM, governance principles, and control testing methodologies

    • Background in digital asset risk management or technology risk assessment is strongly advantageous

    Educational Background:

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related discipline

    • Professional certifications such as Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Institute of Risk Management (IRM), or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) preferred

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