Risk & Compliance Officer

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.

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.

SFORS has operated in global financial markets for over twenty years, concentrating on proprietary trading and pre-market strategies. The firm invests in trading technology and advanced risk management models, building a reputation for developing talent and maintaining a focused environment by trading exclusively with its own capital. Role overview The Risk Quantitative Analyst joins the Risk Management team in Dubai. This position centers on developing, validating, and improving market risk models. Daily work involves close collaboration with traders and risk managers to strengthen oversight of equity portfolios, with a particular focus on US markets. What you will do Work alongside traders and risk managers to create and enhance risk models Validate and refine market risk models used for equity portfolios Contribute to effective risk oversight for trading activities in US markets Work environment SFORS operates with proprietary funds, providing a dedicated and focused setting for trading and risk management.

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.

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.

Join our dynamic team as an Electrical BIM Modeler, where you will play a pivotal role in crafting precise and comprehensive Building Information Models (BIM) for electrical systems across diverse construction projects. Your expertise will be essential in collaborating with engineers, architects, and various stakeholders to ensure the seamless integration of electrical designs into the overall building framework.Key Responsibilities:Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in drafting electrical works within consultancy firms.Demonstrated proficiency in BIM software, particularly Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD.Conduct clash detection and communicate clash reports effectively to the design team.Coordinate multiple Revit models efficiently.Prepare design drawings, including lighting layouts, power layouts, containment layouts, lightning protection, earthing layouts, and fire alarm systems.Handle cable tray/trunking sizing, containment coordination, and MEP coordination.Detail schematics and assist engineers in problem-solving, while coordinating with architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing services.

Join us at Capital.com, a premier trading platform renowned for our innovative technology and exceptional client experiences. As we ambitiously expand our global footprint, we seek top-tier talent to join our dynamic and talented team.We are in search of a seasoned Chief Risk Officer with extensive experience in a regulated, multi-jurisdictional financial services landscape. This individual must possess the credibility, agility, and proactive mindset necessary to operate at the Executive Committee (ExCo) level. While technical expertise is essential, we value a leadership style that aligns with our organizational culture. As a member of the ExCo, you will collaborate closely with the Founder and the broader leadership team. Your role will encompass overseeing the entire risk management agenda, from establishing the framework and building the risk function to proactively engaging with regulators and ensuring that Capital.com scales rapidly and responsibly. The risk management team includes a central group and local risk leaders across key markets, currently in the developmental phase. You will inherit an existing foundation and be instrumental in shaping its future.

Join our dynamic team at Ghobash Group as an MEP BIM Modeler, where you will play a crucial role in revolutionizing building design and construction through advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) techniques. You will be responsible for creating and managing detailed MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) models that enhance project efficiency and collaboration.As an MEP BIM Modeler, you will collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure that all systems are accurately represented and integrated into the overall project model. Your expertise will help drive innovation and streamline processes, contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality projects.

Join our innovative team at Ghobash Group as an Electrical BIM Modeler. In this pivotal role, you will develop precise and comprehensive Building Information Modeling (BIM) models tailored for electrical systems across diverse construction projects. Collaborating with engineers, architects, and key stakeholders, you will ensure the seamless integration of electrical designs within the broader building architecture.Key Responsibilities:Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical drafting within consultancy environments.Demonstrate professional proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD.Conduct clash detection and communicate clash reports effectively to the design team.Facilitate coordination of multiple Revit models.Create detailed design drawings including layouts for lighting, power, containment, lightning protection, earthing, and fire alarm systems.Oversee the preparation of cable tray and trunking sizing, along with containment and MEP coordination.Detail schematics and support engineers in problem-solving, while coordinating with architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing services.

About KAYALI KAYALI, founded in 2018 by Mona Kattan, blends a passion for fragrance with a focus on creativity and quality. The brand draws from Mona's Middle Eastern heritage and the tradition of scent layering. Each fragrance is crafted with renowned perfumers, using premium ingredients and a cruelty-free approach. Our Mission KAYALI aims to help people feel valued and confident, building a global community of fragrance enthusiasts. The team shares expertise in scent and Middle Eastern fragrance rituals through education and storytelling. Role Overview: Commercial Analyst The Commercial Analyst plays a key role in analyzing commercial data across international markets. This position supports global reporting and forecasting, providing insights that help senior management make informed decisions in a high-growth luxury fragrance business. What You Will Do Pricing Strategy & Analysis: Create and maintain pricing models for various markets and channels. Analyze price elasticity and monitor competitor pricing to spot new opportunities. Market Intelligence & Commercial Research: Build and update competitive intelligence trackers. Conduct in-depth analyses to support market expansion and negotiations. Sales Performance & Commercial Reporting: Develop detailed sales reports and insights to help drive performance improvements. Location This role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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.

About Us: At Huda Beauty, we envision a beauty industry that empowers individuals to define, create, and celebrate their own beauty. Founded by the acclaimed beauty entrepreneur Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty has swiftly risen to become one of the globe's most dynamic beauty brands. Our mission is driven by a commitment to purpose over profits, allowing us to innovate uniquely through our products, content, and community engagement. While we've evolved since our inception, our unwavering dedication to excellence and kindness remains at the heart of Huda Beauty.Position Overview: We are on the lookout for a skilled Assistant Analytics Manager to produce top-tier Power BI reporting and analytical solutions that facilitate strategic business decisions. This vital role acts as a liaison between business stakeholders and analytics delivery, translating their needs into scalable solutions within the Microsoft Azure and Databricks ecosystems.The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of analytics experience, strong SQL skills, exceptional stakeholder engagement abilities, and a proven track record in designing impactful, clear dashboards that drive data-informed results.Key Responsibilities:Power BI Reporting & Visualization: Create, develop, and sustain Power BI dashboards and reports that convert complex datasets into clear, actionable insights.Optimize data models using DAX and Power Query, ensuring performance, scalability, and precision.Implement best practices in data visualization, user experience design, and KPI standardization.Oversee the entire Power BI report lifecycle, including enhancements, performance tuning, and governance.Data Analysis & Preparation: Examine extensive and intricate datasets to identify trends, insights, and business opportunities.Prepare, transform, and validate data using SQL and Databricks (Spark SQL / PySpark).Ensure data quality, consistency, and reconciliation across various sources.Work closely with data engineering teams to establish metrics, semantic models, and data structures.Azure & Microsoft Data Stack: Engage thoroughly with Databricks, Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse, and Power BI Service.Utilize the broader Microsoft stack, including Azure SQL, SQL Server, and Excel, for analysis and validation.Support data governance, security, and access management within Azure and Power BI environments.Business Partnership & Stakeholder Management: Serve as a trusted analytics partner to stakeholders across various departments (Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing, eCommerce, etc.).

Key Responsibilities:Deliver timely and accurate management reports while ensuring high standards of quality.Collaborate with the Manager to create detailed analytical packs focused on Assets and Liabilities for senior management, reviewing these monthly with stakeholders to assess sales performance and overall portfolio growth.Provide insightful performance feedback on various Assets & Liabilities products to management.Design daily dashboards for the leadership team to track portfolio movements and daily sales performance against budget.Assist the Products team with ad-hoc data analyses related to Assets & Liabilities as required.Support business heads and their teams with all Business Intelligence needs.Analyze trends in the Liability Book and notify senior management of any potential opportunities or discrepancies.Develop and maintain dashboards to minimize manual efforts, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting.Work closely with the leadership team to meet their data requirements efficiently.Core Functions:Generate data for analytical purposes concerning all facets of the Assets & Liabilities business.Adhere to data generation procedures for audit compliance.Work with cross-functional teams to comprehend business needs and deliver data-driven solutions.Stay updated on industry trends and new technologies to enhance data analytics capabilities.Contribute to formulating data strategies and best practices for the organization.Act as a subject matter expert in data management and analytics to facilitate informed strategic decisions.

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.

Join Rackspace Technology, a premier provider of managed services and expertise across leading public and private cloud technologies. We pride ourselves on delivering a Fanatical Experience™, guiding customers from initial consultation through to daily operations. Our dedicated team combines proactive service with top-tier tools and automation to provide technology solutions tailored to our clients' needs.As a Data Modeler, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing both logical and physical data models in Azure Databricks (Delta Lake), employing the Medallion Architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold). Your role will empower Data Engineers to kickstart development with precise schema definitions and clear SQL structures, ensuring clarity and precision in data management.

Join Egis Group as a Junior Architect - Modeler, where you will play a pivotal role in designing innovative architectural solutions. As part of our dynamic team in Dubai, you will engage in cutting-edge projects that enhance urban landscapes while adhering to sustainability practices. This position is an excellent opportunity for UAE Nationals looking to launch their careers in architecture and modeling.

Join Roland Berger as a Reward & People Analytics Specialist in Dubai, where you will leverage your expertise to drive insights that enhance employee satisfaction and optimize reward systems. Your role will involve analyzing data to inform strategic decisions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to innovative solutions. If you are passionate about people analytics and reward systems, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

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.