Risk Analyst

Risk Analyst

POSITION PURPOSE: To support the Risk Management team in identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks that may impact our business operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Risk Assessment: Conducting comprehensive analysis to identify, assess, and prioritize risks across various business activities, including market, enterprise, operational, and regulatory risks.
• Developing Risk Models: Designing and implementing quantitative models to measure and manage different types of risks.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Continuously monitoring risk exposures and deviations from established risk limits, and generating regular reports for senior management and regulatory authorities to facilitate informed decision‑making and compliance.
• Risk Mitigation Strategies: Collaborating with stakeholders to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies, including diversification techniques and control enhancements to minimize potential losses and optimize risk‑return profiles.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices by staying updated on evolving regulatory frameworks, conducting compliance assessments, and implementing necessary changes to mitigate regulatory risks.
• Scenario Analysis and Stress Testing: Performing scenario analysis and stress testing exercises to assess the impact of adverse events or market conditions on the company’s financial position and recommending appropriate risk management actions.
• Internal Controls and Risk Governance: Evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls and risk governance frameworks, identifying weaknesses or gaps, and making recommendations for enhancements to strengthen the overall risk management infrastructure.
• Risk Culture and Awareness: Promoting a strong risk‑aware culture within the organization by providing training and education to employees on risk management principles, practices, and policies, and fostering a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation at all levels.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with various internal stakeholders, including unit heads, compliance officers, and finance team, to ensure alignment of risk management objectives with business strategies and effective communication of risk‑related insights and recommendations.
• Continuous Improvement: Engaging in ongoing review and refinement of risk management processes, methodologies, and tools to adapt to changing market conditions, emerging risks, and evolving business needs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of risk management practices.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Administration, Risk Management or Finance.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience working in risk management or risk assessment/business continuity management within the banking/financial services/fintech industry.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements. Prior experience working in alignment with CBUAE regulations is an added benefit.
• Highly analytical with strong decision‑making skills.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data management.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
• Certification in Risk Management (e.g., RMP, CRMA, FRM, IRM, etc.) is a plus.