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Governance & Risk Location: UAE Experience: 8+ years We are seeing growing interest across the UAE for senior professionals with strong expertise in governance structures, enterprise risk management, and organisational oversight within complex financial services environments.
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Location: UAE
Experience: 8+ years
We are seeing growing interest across the UAE for senior professionals with strong expertise in governance structures, enterprise risk management, and organisational oversight within complex financial services environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Organisation‑wide governance and policy development
- ERM framework design, implementation, and monitoring
- Internal control enhancement and assurance activities
- Risk reporting, escalation mechanisms, and oversight processes
- Cross‑functional governance alignment and continuous improvement
Requirements
- 8+ years’ experience in governance, risk management, regulatory roles, or senior compliance/risk positions within financial services
- Strong background in risk assurance, risk advisory, and ERM implementation
- Deep understanding of governance frameworks and internal control environments
- Ability to interpret regulatory, legal, and operational risk implications
- Excellent analytical, conceptual, and communication skills
- Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and driving organisation‑wide improvements
- If you have experience in governance, enterprise risk management, or regulatory risk oversight and are exploring senior opportunities in the UAE market, we would be pleased to connect.
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