Uniqus Consultech

Manager - Financial Risk Management

Posted 8 Hours Ago

Be an Early Applicant

Riyadh, SAU

In-Office

Mid level

Financial Services

The Role

Delivers financial risk consulting and regulatory transformation projects for banks and financial institutions across the GCC. Responsibilities include implementing and validating IFRS 9, FRTB, Basel III/IV, ALM, and operational risk initiatives; developing risk frameworks; conducting model validations and assessments; supporting regulatory compliance; presenting client recommendations; and contributing to proposals and thought leadership. The role requires fluency in English and Arabic and regional travel.

Summary Generated by Built In

Role Overview

We are seeking a Bilingual Risk Management Specialist who is fluent in both English and Arabic, with substantial experience across one or more Risk Management domains (Credit / Treasury & Market Risk / Capital & ALM / Non-Financial Risks). Ideally based in Riyadh, the candidate should have prior consulting experience with leading banks, regulatory bodies, Big-4, or boutique advisory firms. This role involves engaging in complex financial projects, assisting clients in navigating regulatory landscapes, and collaborating extensively with teams across the GCC region. Travel within the region will be required for short-term project assignments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Risk Consulting & Project Delivery

Support high-impact regulatory and risk transformation engagements.
Assist in the implementation/validation of IFRS 9, FRTB & Basel III/IV, ALM, Operational Risk initiatives.
Perform detailed risk model validations and risk assessments for financial institutions.

2. Framework Development & Regulatory Compliance

Assist clients in the design, development, and implementation of robust risk management frameworks.
Guide clients in achieving regulatory compliance, specifically focusing on Basel standards and regional regulatory requirements.
Engage with stakeholders to streamline risk management processes and align with global best practices.

3. Client Engagement & Collaboration

Actively participate in client-facing engagements, presenting findings and recommendations clearly and effectively.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and client personnel to deliver integrated risk management solutions.
Contribute to the development of proposals, thought leadership, and presentations tailored for client needs.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or a related discipline.

• Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, or equivalent are advantageous.

Key Skills & Experience

• 2 to 6 years of relevant experience in Risk Management (Credit, Market, Capital & ALM, or Operational Risk).

• Demonstrable prior consulting experience with leading banks, regulators, or advisory firms.

• Strong understanding of one or more from: IFRS 9, FRTB, Basel III/IV, ALM, Operational Risk and enterprise-wide risk assessment methodologies.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic, facilitating effective stakeholder engagement across the GCC region.

• Proficiency in analytical tools and software is preferred but not mandatory (e.g.Excel, R, Python, SAS).

• Flexibility and willingness to travel within the GCC region

Skills Required

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or a related discipline
2 to 6 years of relevant risk management experience in credit, market, capital and ALM, or operational risk
Prior consulting experience with leading banks, regulators, Big Four firms, or boutique advisory firms
Strong understanding of IFRS 9, FRTB, Basel III/IV, ALM, operational risk, or enterprise-wide risk assessment methodologies
Fluency in both English and Arabic
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to travel within the GCC region for project assignments
FRM, CFA, or equivalent professional certification
Proficiency in analytical tools such as Excel, R, Python, or SAS