Risk Officer
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Before you apply
LocationUnited Arab Emirates - Dubai
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 17, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live5d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related discipline
At least 5 years of relevant experience
Risk management experience for alternative asset managers, with experience in regulated entities
Must have ADGM/FSRA or CBUAE knowledge and relationships
Deep knowledge of regulatory reporting frameworks, risk modeling, portfolio analysis, and enterprise control evaluation
Strong strategic thinking, macro-trend analysis, and executive communication skills
Statistics, data collection, analysis, and data presentation skills
Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Professional Risk Manager (PRM), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), or equivalent audit/risk credentials preferred
Skills
GRC software
About the company
Take a step forward and let Edenred surprise you.
Every day, we deliver innovative solutions to improve the life of millions of people, connecting employees, companies, and merchants all around the world.
We know there are hundred ways for you to grow. With us, you will expand your skills in a multicultural, challenging, and dynamic environment.
Dare to join Edenred and get ready to thrive in a global company that will offer you endless opportunities.
Edenred is all about meritocracy. You come as you are, and you contribute. Indeed, the Edenred Group recognizes, recruits and develops all talents and singularities.
We are committed to preventing all forms of discrimination and to providing all our candidates with equal opportunities regardless of their gender and gender expression, disability, origin, religious belief and sexual orientation or any other criteria.
THE ROLE
In line with group values, the Risk Officer will manage and deliver reliable and updated Operational, Financial, Compliance, Business Continuity, Information Security risk registers. The role acts as a key second line of defence for the respective clients, ensuring that operational, regulatory, technology, cyber, conduct, and third-party risks are properly identified, monitored, and managed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Manage and control the risk assessment process to ensure that key processes are covered and critical deficiencies are identified.
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Produce and generate Feasibility Studies, Risk Reports, Management Information Packs, risk updates, and GRC software reports.
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Manage the sharing of risk information internally across the organization and externally to stakeholders to enable proactive risk management and an effective controls environment.
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Develop and maintain the Enterprise Risk Management framework, Risk Appetite Statement, and Key Risk Indicators.
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Own and update risk policies, procedures, and risk governance documentation.
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Maintain the Risk Register across operational, regulatory, financial, security, conduct, technology, and third-party risks.
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Provide risk reporting and insights to senior management, the Board, and relevant committees.
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Assess risks related to new products, digital assets, technology infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
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Oversee outsourcing and third-party risk management, including due diligence and ongoing monitoring.
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Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and control improvement actions.
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Work closely with the Compliance and MLRO teams to align risk management with regulatory and financial crime obligations.
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Support regulatory discussions and ensure risk documentation is regulator ready.
YOUR PROFILE
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Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related discipline, with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
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Attendance at courses or seminars in enterprise risk management in fields related to the activities; Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Professional Risk Manager (PRM), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), or equivalent audit/risk credentials preferred.
EXPERIENCE
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Risk management experience for alternative asset managers, with experience in regulated entities;
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Must have ADGM/FSRA or CBUAE knowledge and relationships.
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Deep knowledge of regulatory reporting frameworks, risk modeling, portfolio analysis, and enterprise control evaluation.
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Strong strategic thinking, macro-trend analysis, and executive communication skills, including statistics, data collection, analysis, and data presentation.
Apply now and Vibe with Us!