Risk Officer

About The Company

Our company is a trading broker based in Dubai, committed to empowering traders and Introducing Brokers (IBs) globally. We offer a comprehensive suite of trading options in various markets, supported by cutting-edge technology and a focus on regulatory compliance. Our approach emphasizes innovation, transparency, and client trust, with a dedicated team providing personalized support and insights.

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Risk Officer to join our team in Dubai and support the development and implementation of the company’s enterprise-wide risk management framework.

The role will identify, assess and monitor risks across the business and work with management and functional teams to ensure appropriate controls, mitigation plans and governance are in place.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the company’s enterprise risk management framework, policies and procedures

• Identify, assess and monitor financial, operational, compliance, technology, reputational and business risks

• Maintain the company’s risk register and monitor key risk indicators

• Conduct regular risk assessments and control reviews across business functions

• Identify control gaps and develop risk mitigation and action plans

• Monitor risk incidents, breaches and remediation activities and report to management

• Prepare regular risk reports and dashboards for senior management and the Board

• Work closely with Compliance, Internal Audit, Finance, IT, Operations and business teams on risk matters

• Support business continuity, crisis management and operational resilience initiatives

• Ensure risk policies and controls remain aligned with regulatory and business requirements

• Promote a strong risk-aware culture across the organization.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of risk management experience, preferably within Forex, Financial Services, Fintech, Banking or a regulated environment

• Strong understanding of enterprise, operational and financial risk management

• Experience developing risk frameworks, risk registers, KRIs and mitigation plans

• Strong understanding of internal controls and risk governance

• Excellent analytical, reporting and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work independently and challenge business practices constructively

• Experience with regulatory or risk frameworks within the UAE financial services sector is an advantage

Perks

• Competitive salary package
• Residence visa coverage including qualified dependents
• Medical insurance coverage including qualified dependents