Chief Risk Officer (CRO), Broker Dealer Greater Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Area

The Company is seeking a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to lead the establishment and oversight of the firm's risk management framework, specifically in the context of broker-dealer regulated activities. The CRO will be responsible for ensuring that all material risks are identified, assessed, monitored, and managed in accordance with the firm's risk appetite and regulatory obligations. This includes developing and maintaining the enterprise risk management framework, overseeing risk governance processes, and providing independent risk oversight across various business activities and strategic initiatives. The role also involves conducting risk assessments, stress testing, and scenario analysis, as well as preparing regular risk reports for the Board and senior management. Candidates for the CRO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and significant experience in risk management within financial services, particularly in the areas of brokerages, capital markets, banking, fintech, or virtual asset businesses. A strong understanding of ADGM regulatory requirements and risk management expectations is essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong commercial judgment, capable of providing independent challenge while maintaining effective partnerships with stakeholders. A passion for financial services, digital assets, and emerging technologies, as well as an embrace of AI and technology to enhance risk monitoring and operational efficiency, is also a key profile attribute.

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