Head of Risk

Head of Risk – Dubai, UAE Salary: AED 50,000 per month + Family Benefits We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established UAE financial services organisation seeking an experienced Head of Risk to oversee its Enterprise Risk and Investment Risk functions. Reporting to the Group Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, the successful candidate will lead two established risk teams and provide independent risk oversight, strategic guidance and executive-level reporting. Key Responsibilities Own and enhance the Enterprise Risk Management framework, including risk appetite, RCSA, KRIs and risk registers. Oversee investment risk across fixed income and sukuk portfolios, including market, credit, liquidity and concentration risk. Review and challenge investment proposals, VaR, stress testing and portfolio risk analysis. Oversee operational risk, business continuity and third-party risk. Lead and develop risk teams, provide Board-level reporting and drive risk process improvements. Requirements 8–10+ years of risk management experience within a regulated financial institution. Minimum 3 years leading and developing risk teams. Proven ownership of an Enterprise Risk Management framework. Investment risk experience across fixed income and/or sukuk portfolios. Strong quantitative understanding of VaR, stress testing and portfolio risk. UAE regulatory experience (CBUAE, SCA, DFSA, FSRA or CMA). Strong executive and Board-level communication skills. FRM, PRM or CFA preferred; Sharia-compliant product knowledge advantageous. Apply If you meet the above requirements and are interested in a senior risk leadership opportunity in Dubai, please apply with your updated CV. All applications will be treated confidentially. Show more Show less