Chief Risk Officer

Confirmo is a leading global payment platform that prioritizes stablecoins, earning the trust of top market leaders. Established in Prague in 2014, Confirmo has developed one of the most robust infrastructures in the industry. In 2025, Confirmo Limited, a proud member of the Confirmo Group, achieved authorization under the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework from the Central Bank of Ireland.Role Overview:As the Risk & Compliance Officer for our newly formed UAE entity, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Confirmo's regulatory and risk management framework in the region. Your responsibilities will include securing and upholding all necessary licenses from relevant UAE authorities (such as VARA and/or CBUAE), constructing compliance programs from the ground up, and ensuring that operations comply with both local and international regulations governing virtual assets and payment services. You will collaborate closely with the MLRO, who manages the AML/CFT function, to create an integrated risk and compliance framework for the UAE entity. This role reports to Group Risk & Compliance and operates within Confirmo’s governance structure. As one of the founding members, your influence will be crucial in defining Confirmo's compliance culture and risk appetite in the UAE.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the VARA licensing process until approval, including addressing regulatory inquiries and information requests during the review phase.Serve as the main liaison with VARA regarding licensing, governance, technology risk, and market conduct matters (AML/CFT-specific engagement is handled by the MLRO).Maintain continuous regulatory correspondence, reporting obligations, and license renewals with VARA.Keep abreast of regulatory developments in the UAE's virtual assets and payments landscape, ensuring timely updates to internal policies.Develop and sustain the entity’s risk register, encompassing operational, regulatory, financial, reputational, and technology risks.Implement and supervise the Group’s risk appetite framework locally, ensuring alignment with VARA requirements and reporting deviations to Group Risk.Conduct regular risk assessments, including exposure to crypto-asset market risks, counterparty risk, sanctions risk, and technology/cyber risk as per VARA Company Rulebook.Ensure that market conduct risks and consumer protection requirements under VARA are duly identified, assessed, and managed.Lead operational resilience planning, which includes business continuity and incident response from both compliance and risk perspectives.Work within Confirmo’s governance framework, ensuring that UAE risk reporting integrates into group-level risk registers and committees.Collaborate with the MLRO to enhance compliance processes.

As the Chief Product Officer at 1inch, you will spearhead our product strategy, guiding the development of innovative solutions that drive user engagement and business growth. Your leadership will be pivotal in aligning product vision with market demands, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape.

About HyperSignalsHyperSignals is at the forefront of developing a cutting-edge perpetual trading platform that prioritizes execution, transparency, and reliability.Our product is uniquely social and driven by signals, featuring live positions and real-time trade replication. The technical challenge lies in constructing systems that maintain speed and accuracy, even under heavy load and during market fluctuations.As an early-stage company, we embrace a technical-first approach. We do not deal with a legacy stack, nor do we have a cumbersome roadmap. We operate without the traditional divide between product and engineering. Our objective is to assemble a compact, highly skilled team capable of creating and managing robust trading infrastructure from the ground up.The RoleWe are seeking a visionary Founding CTO to spearhead the technical foundation of HyperSignals.As our first senior technical hire, you will have the autonomy to shape how our system is designed, constructed, and maintained in a production environment. This role goes beyond management; you will write essential code, evaluate significant system decisions, and establish the standards for our engineering practices.You will collaborate closely with the founder on a daily basis. Decisions are swift, challenges are real, and priorities will evolve as we gain insights. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in ambiguous situations, adept at making trade-offs, and willing to take accountability for failures.If you have experience in building or managing trading systems and seek comprehensive ownership instead of a narrow focus, this position is made for you.What You’ll Be DoingYou will define and oversee the complete technical roadmap for HyperSignals, which includes:Translating the product vision into system architecture, technical milestones, and actionable execution plans.Designing and constructing real-time, low-latency trading infrastructure, including:Order routing and execution systemsRisk management checks and safeguardsTrade mirroring and execution guarantee systemsCreating and enhancing core platform systems for:Live position and PnL trackingReal-time data feeds and event-driven workflowsManaging production infrastructure and ensuring reliability:Cloud architecture and deployment strategiesCI/CD processes, monitoring, and incident response protocols

Join Conares as a meticulous and knowledgeable Compliance Officer. In this pivotal role, you will ensure our company meets all legal benchmarks and adheres to internal policies while fostering a culture of compliance and ethical practices. Collaborate with various departments to identify risks, establish compliance frameworks, conduct audits, and deliver training sessions.Key Responsibilities:Formulate, execute, and uphold compliance policies and procedures to guarantee regulatory compliance.Perform regular internal audits and assessments to determine the effectiveness of compliance initiatives.Stay updated on regulatory changes and best practices, ensuring the company remains compliant.Provide compliance-related training and guidance to employees.Investigate compliance breaches and collaborate with management to devise corrective action plans.Coordinate with legal teams and external auditors to ensure alignment with pertinent laws and regulations.Compile compliance reports for management and regulatory bodies as required.

Location: Dubai, UAEJoin SFORS, a prominent player in the global financial markets with over 20 years of proven success in proprietary trading. Our commitment to talent development, advanced trading technologies, and innovative risk management strategies has established us as leaders in pre-market trading. Operating solely with proprietary funds, we prioritize trader success and excellence in all our activities.We are seeking a Risk Operations Manager to enhance and support our risk management framework, ensuring rigorous oversight and informed decision-making across our trading operations. This pivotal role encompasses real-time monitoring, detailed analytical assessments, and close collaboration with trading and operations teams.Core Responsibilities:Report directly to the Head of Risk Management, providing insights and updates.Monitor trading activities to adhere to established risk limits and internal policies.Evaluate portfolio risk exposure and identify potential vulnerabilities.Enhance existing risk management methodologies through the utilization of in-house tools and reporting systems.Stay abreast of market dynamics, macroeconomic factors, and portfolio performance indicators.Provide dedicated risk management coverage for a group of trading desks.Communicate risk-related insights effectively to traders, broker management, and operations teams.Contribute to the enhancement of internal controls and risk governance frameworks.

Company: SFORS Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates About SFORS SFORS is an established name in global financial markets, focused on proprietary trading and pre-market strategies. For over two decades, the firm has built its reputation on developing talent, investing in advanced trading technology, and applying sophisticated risk management models. SFORS trades exclusively with proprietary capital, creating a focused environment for its teams. Role Overview: Risk Quantitative Analyst The Risk Quantitative Analyst will join the Risk Management team. This role works directly with traders and risk managers to develop, validate, and improve market risk models. The main goal: ensure strong risk oversight of equity portfolios, especially those in US markets. What You Will Do Collaborate with traders and risk managers on risk model development Validate and refine market risk models for equity portfolios Support effective risk oversight for US market trading activities Work Environment SFORS operates with proprietary funds only, offering a dedicated and focused trading setting.

As the Chief of Staff to the Founders at Glucare, you will serve as a vital strategic ally and catalyst for the CEO of a rapidly growing healthtech organization that is transforming diabetes management through AI, continuous data monitoring, and tailored interventions. From the outset, you will make a significant impact by optimizing high-priority projects, distilling insights across departments, and ensuring that the Founder's focus remains sharply on vision and expansion.This role is highly visible and influential across the organization, connecting our AI and technology initiatives with clinical outcomes and commercial strategies. You will excel in navigating uncertainty, converting intricate strategies into actionable outcomes while promoting alignment in a fast-paced growth setting. This position deviates from a conventional COO role; success hinges on close collaboration with the Founder, cross-functional authority on projects, and unwavering execution.Key Objectives:Guide the formulation and implementation of strategic initiatives, ensuring cohesive alignment among Technology, Clinical, and Commercial teams.Enhance decision-making by amalgamating cross-functional insights and identifying risks and opportunities for the Founder and leadership.Refine organizational processes to boost speed-to-market, uphold regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA), and scale operations effectively.Function as the central communication hub, promoting technological understanding and clinical endorsement throughout the organization.Key Responsibilities:1. Strategic & Operational Alignment (Tech/Data Focus)Initiative Ownership: Monitor and drive the execution of OKRs and crucial projects, ensuring cross-functional synergy and timely delivery, particularly at the Tech/Clinical interface (e.g., AI model deployments linked to validation timelines).Insight Synthesis: Gather updates from functional leaders (Clinical Operations, Finance, Technology, Business Development) into succinct, impactful briefings for the Founder, highlighting risks, opportunities, and necessary decisions.Tech-Clinical Bridge: Act as the primary liaison between Product/Technology teams and Clinical/Business Operations, aligning releases with regulatory milestones and patient impact objectives.Performance Monitoring: Develop and manage KPI dashboards tracking AI/Tech impact on outcomes, efficiency, and revenue; prepare reports for Board-level discussions.Leadership Forums: Coordinate executive and Board meetings, including agendas, pre-reads, and follow-up actions.2. Project & Organizational Leadership:Founder Proxy: Represent the Founder in internal and external settings as directed, advancing priorities with authority and discretion.Efficiency Engine: Identify and implement process enhancements to mitigate friction, focusing on compliance, tech scaling, and decision-making speed.Risk Navigation: Proactively identify obstacles and lead corrective actions to ensure project success.

Data Management • Identify and evaluate valuable data sources while automating data collection processes. • Prepare datasets for modeling applications. • Conduct preprocessing of both structured and unstructured data. • Analyze extensive datasets to uncover trends and insights. • Utilize data visualization techniques to effectively present information.Business Acumen • Strong understanding of retail banking products, particularly in the credit card sector.Model Development and Management • Create and refine credit risk models tailored for retail portfolios (e.g., credit decisioning, PD, LGD, EAD, IFRS9), ensuring adherence to internal and regulatory standards. • Validate that model outputs are suitable for daily business operations, underwriting decisions, and risk appetite strategies. • Continually enhance models based on user feedback, regulatory requirements, and ongoing performance assessments. • Collaborate closely with the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team for stress testing and ICAAP submissions.Model Monitoring and Implementation: • Ensure models remain precise, dependable, and compliant with regulatory standards. • Conduct user acceptance testing to guarantee proper implementation of models within the operational systems. • Address ad-hoc portfolio analysis requests promptly. • Consistently realign models to monitor performance, offering ongoing guidance for retail portfolio lending activities.• Develop, implement, and oversee risk models for the retail lending portfolio. • Support the team in achieving efficient delivery of requirements set forth by management and external regulators.

Join Our TeamWe are on the lookout for a detail-oriented and proactive Operational Risk Analyst to enhance our Retail Banking division. This pivotal position is essential for maintaining operational excellence and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards within our banking operations. You will be instrumental in pinpointing process inefficiencies, mitigating potential risks, and fostering a culture of robust governance throughout the organization.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess and analyze processes within the Retail Banking Unit to identify operational and regulatory deficiencies.Work collaboratively with various business units to create actionable strategies with clear accountability and timelines to manage identified risks.Propose process enhancements and control improvements to bolster operational resilience.Disseminate valuable insights and learnings across teams to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.Assist in governance initiatives and promote best practices throughout all sub-units.Support investigations into operational risk events, fraudulent activities, and regulatory assessments.Map business processes to operational procedures and applicable regulatory standards.Examine both system-generated and manually maintained data to ensure it aligns with documented processes.Identify and document inconsistencies between data and operational execution.Engage with teams to comprehend task execution and highlight deviations from established best practices.Review customer communications for compliance with CPF and regulatory standards.Analyze internal MIS reports to identify gaps and opportunities for improvements.Support RCSA control testing, KRI monitoring, and conduct periodic risk reviews.

Join Capital as the Head of Risk for our E-Money division in the MENA region. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, and safeguarding our financial operations. You will lead a dynamic team, driving innovation and excellence in risk assessment and mitigation.

Join AECOM as a Risk Management Associate, where you will play a crucial role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across various projects. Your expertise will contribute to ensuring project success and compliance with industry standards.In this dynamic position, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze risk data, and develop strategies to enhance project resilience. Your insights will help drive informed decision-making and foster a culture of proactive risk management.

Join glucare, a pioneering healthtech company located in Dubai, at the forefront of transforming diabetes care through AI-driven solutions. As the Chief of Staff to the Founders, you will be a vital strategic partner to our CEO, facilitating rapid growth and innovation. Your role will involve steering high-impact initiatives, synthesizing insights across diverse functions, and ensuring the Founder's focus remains on strategic vision and organizational growth.This influential position requires you to navigate ambiguity and translate complex strategies into actionable outcomes, while ensuring alignment between our AI/Technology roadmap and clinical results. This is not a traditional COO role; instead, success hinges on your ability to collaborate closely with the Founder and drive cross-functional initiatives with precision and urgency.Key Objectives:Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring coherence between Technology, Clinical, and Commercial teams.Enhance decision-making processes by synthesizing insights and identifying risks/opportunities for the Founder and leadership team.Streamline organizational processes to expedite market readiness, ensure compliance (e.g., HIPAA), and promote efficient scaling.Act as the central communication hub, fostering technological comprehension and clinical collaboration throughout the organization.Key Responsibilities:1. Strategic & Operational Alignment (Tech/Data Focus)Initiative Ownership: Oversee and drive the execution of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and essential projects, emphasizing alignment and timely delivery, particularly at the Tech/Clinical interface.Insight Synthesis: Aggregate updates from various functional leaders into succinct briefings for the Founder, spotlighting critical risks, opportunities, and decision points.Tech-Clinical Bridge: Function as the primary liaison between Product/Technology teams and Clinical/Business Operations, ensuring alignment with regulatory milestones and patient impact objectives.Performance Monitoring: Create and manage KPI dashboards that track the impact of AI/Tech on outcomes, efficiency, and revenue; prepare comprehensive reports for the Board.Leadership Forums: Organize executive and Board meetings, including agenda preparation, pre-reads, and follow-up accountability.2. Project & Organizational Leadership:Founder Proxy: Represent the Founder in both internal and external forums as required, advancing priorities with authority and discretion.Efficiency Engine: Identify and implement process enhancements to eliminate operational friction, focusing on compliance, tech scaling, and decision-making speed.

As the Chief Recruiter, you will play a vital role in shaping our workforce by collaborating with department managers to effectively identify staffing requirements that align with our corporate goals. You will spearhead the development of candidate selection criteria to streamline the recruitment process, ensuring precision and efficiency. Your expertise will guide the search for qualified candidates through diverse channels, including digital recruitment platforms and professional networks. In this role, you will manage the entire interview process, from initial screening calls and assessments to personal interviews, ensuring a thorough evaluation of candidate information through our applicant tracking systems. You will craft personalized interview questions tailored to each job requirement, thereby facilitating the selection of top-tier talent. Moreover, you will oversee internal promotion and nomination processes to guarantee that vacant positions are filled with proficient candidates, supporting our employees' career advancement. It is essential that you ensure full compliance with corporate policies and best practices throughout the recruitment process. Additionally, you will undertake any other responsibilities assigned by your direct manager to achieve our recruiting objectives.

About Us:At Zeal Group, we are a trailblazing FinTech organization, recognized for our commitment to delivering innovative financial products and solutions. Since our inception in 2017, we have grown exponentially, boasting a dynamic team of over 700 talented professionals worldwide .Our operations span across Europe, Asia, North & South Africa, the Middle East, and South America, with our technology hubs strategically located in Cyprus . We take pride in fostering a collaborative culture that emphasizes growth and embraces groundbreaking technology .About the Role:The Trading and Risk Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing TRAZE’s trading activities while effectively managing the organization’s exposure to market, credit, and operational risks. This dual responsibility is essential for enhancing trading profitability, safeguarding assets, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.Key Responsibilities:Trading ManagementOversee and coordinate all trading transactions to ensure efficient execution aligned with the firm’s trading strategies.Design and implement robust trading strategies aimed at maximizing profitability and minimizing market risks.Continuously monitor market trends and make informed trading decisions to leverage opportunities and mitigate risks.Guarantee compliance with SCA regulations and internal policies throughout all trading activities.Risk ManagementIdentify, evaluate, and monitor potential risks associated with the company’s operations, including market, credit, and operational risks.Formulate and execute risk mitigation strategies to manage the firm’s risk exposure effectively.Conduct periodic risk assessments and stress tests to gauge the firm’s resilience to adverse market conditions.Regularly review and update the firm’s risk management framework, policies, and procedures to align with business objectives.Compile and present comprehensive risk reports to senior management and the Board of Directors.

Risk & Payments Subject Matter Expert (Contract)Location: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesType: Contract PositionRole OverviewCapitex is in search of a highly skilled Risk & Payments Subject Matter Expert (SME) to spearhead risk-oriented supervisory initiatives for payment system operators. This pivotal role will entail the identification, evaluation, and mitigation of operational, settlement, and systemic risks. As a trusted technical advisor, the SME will play a crucial role in shaping policy and developing oversight frameworks for both established and emerging payment infrastructures.Key Responsibilities Develop and implement risk-based supervisory frameworks tailored for payment system operators, encompassing real-time gross settlement (RTGS), retail payment systems, and digital payment platforms. Create robust risk assessment methodologies to identify and monitor operational, settlement, and business risks that could affect system stability. Establish and maintain risk registers, contributing to scenario analyses related to settlement failures, cyber incidents, and operational disruptions. Evaluate compliance with international standards and provide recommendations on best practices regarding operational resilience, business continuity, data security, and consumer protection. Formulate frameworks and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for both on-site and off-site supervisory reviews, including management interviews, technical assessments, and the reporting of findings, KPIs, and supervisory concerns to oversight committees. Work collaboratively with supervisory teams to ensure a consistent and proportional approach to risk-based supervision, particularly for systemically important operators. Offer technical guidance on regulatory advancements, international standards (e.g., CPMI-IOSCO Principles for Financial Market Infrastructures), and industry best practices. Skills and Qualifications Extensive knowledge of payment systems, risk-based supervision methodologies, and applicable regulatory frameworks. Deep understanding of PFMI principles, including self-assessment, gap analysis, and compliance roadmaps. Demonstrated experience with risk assessment techniques, risk registers, and scenario-based supervision. Solid knowledge of operational resilience requirements, including business continuity, disaster recovery, and information security controls. Exceptional analytical skills in evaluating payment system operations, governance frameworks, and financial stability relationships. Outstanding communication and stakeholder management capabilities, particularly in advising senior management and regulatory bodies.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Risk for the MENA region to lead our risk management initiatives within the Contracts for Difference (CFD) sector. This pivotal role involves overseeing risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and compliance frameworks to ensure the integrity and success of our operations.The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of financial markets and risk management practices, and will be instrumental in driving our risk policies forward while fostering a culture of risk awareness across the organization.

About the RoleIn the role of Senior Officer – Treasury Back Office, you will report directly to the Treasury Operations Manager. You will work in close collaboration with various cross-functional teams, including Front Office, Risk, Compliance, Finance, and Technology, to ensure the flawless execution of treasury operations. This position plays a crucial role in managing the post-trade lifecycle of complex financial instruments, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities:Trade Processing & ConfirmationExecute and validate derivatives trades such as Interest Rate Swaps, Options, Futures, TARF, and Commodity Derivatives.Confirm trades with counterparties and clients, ensuring prompt and precise communication.Coordinate with Front Office and counterparties to resolve trade discrepancies.Settlement & ReconciliationOversee the settlement processes for derivatives transactions, ensuring timely and accurate completion.Reconcile positions and balances against internal GL and external systems (e.g., FIS).Investigate and resolve reconciliation breaks efficiently.Risk & Compliance ManagementGuarantee adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.Monitor operational risks and implement controls to minimize errors.Assist in audits and regulatory reporting related to the derivatives desk.Process Improvement & ProjectsLead initiatives to enhance processes for improved accuracy and efficiency.Participate in automation projects, UAT, and system upgrades.Maintain comprehensive process documentation and support the training of junior staff.

Why This Role is EssentialThe OHS Officer plays a vital role in overseeing daily safety operations at the STP by ensuring adherence to safe work practices, monitoring compliance, conducting thorough field inspections, and supporting training, permit systems, and incident reporting. This position focuses on the execution of established safety protocols rather than managerial duties.Your Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain a prominent presence in operational areas during maintenance and routine activities, actively ensuring compliance with safety regulations, Life Saving Rules, and site procedures, and intervening immediately in unsafe situations, including halting work when necessary.Ensure that Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) protocols are accurately applied prior to and during tasks, verify isolation points and tagging, coordinate with supervisors, and promptly escalate any identified gaps.Carry out regular safety inspections and OHS observations in areas such as MCC rooms, pump stations, sludge handling zones, confined spaces, and chemical areas. Document findings using approved formats and follow up on corrective actions.Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings, ensuring attendance is recorded and emphasizing task-specific hazards before engaging in high-risk activities such as confined space entry, lifting, electrical work, and chemical handling.Monitor the usage and condition of personal protective equipment (PPE), confirming its suitability based on the task and area, and report any shortages, misuse, or damage, without being responsible for PPE policy development.Assist in the reporting of incidents and near misses by gathering essential facts, photographs, and statements, and support investigations led by the OHS Engineer.Facilitate site inductions and on-the-job maintenance training sessions, ensuring attendance records are completed and submitted.Supervise housekeeping standards in operational areas and collaborate with supervisors to address unsafe conditions that may lead to slips, trips, fire hazards, or access obstructions.Maintain accurate documentation and records, including inspection checklists, PTW logs, training attendance sheets, and observation trackers, and ensure timely submission of reports.Promptly raise safety concerns to the OHS Engineer or O&M Manager and refrain from assuming responsibility or resolving issues beyond your designated authority.

As the Vice President of Risk Analytics, you will play a pivotal role in the development, enhancement, and execution of advanced modeling methodologies, including stress testing, IFRS9, and capital management for our wholesale portfolio.Key Responsibilities:Model Development, Monitoring, and Implementation:• Lead the performance, upkeep, and refinement of wholesale risk models throughout various portfolio life cycles, including IFRS9 models, Probability of Default (PD), Loss Given Default (LGD), Exposure at Default (EAD), and stress testing.• Ensure models are accurate, reliable, and compliant with all regulatory mandates.• Continuously realign models to track performance, providing ongoing guidance for all lending activities concerning wholesale portfolios.• Review and assess the bank’s wholesale risk to identify opportunities for model improvements and process enhancements, recommending changes to senior management and implementing cutting-edge techniques for optimal decision-making tools.• Oversee the correct implementation of models while supporting their use, interpretation, and ongoing monitoring.• Create and maintain a comprehensive model inventory ensuring compliance with model governance policies.• Collaborate closely with the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team for stress testing and Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP) submissions.• Stay informed on updates to IFRS9 standards and requirements, implementing necessary changes to models and methodologies.Team Management:• Lead a dedicated team of model developers, ensuring their output meets the highest standards of accuracy, timeliness, and quality.Stakeholder Management:• Assist business, risk, finance, and audit departments with model-related inquiries, providing essential information and analyses.• Work alongside stakeholders to support Expected Credit Loss (ECL) calculations and validation of IFRS9 reporting.• Aid the model validation team with amendments, validation, and verification tasks.• Liaise with business functions, credit approval, collections, and other related areas to drive model usage, monitor overrides, analyze new requirements, and gather feedback on existing models.Core Responsibilities:• Rigorously analyze databases for risk modeling, further developing them while ensuring quality assurance.• Create wholesale models in alignment with external guidance and standards, overseeing recalibration until all components align.• Facilitate the implementation of models.• Identify process changes impacting credit risk models, offering expert support to adapt accordingly.