Operational Risk Advisor - Cigna Healthcare
Core
Regional second-line operational risk advisor supporting the CRO in embedding UAE regulatory requirements and strengthening operational resilience across the Middle East and Africa.
Role type
Senior IC operational risk advisor (regulatory & resilience)
Builds
Operational risk management frameworks, governance structures, control standards, and regulatory reporting for MEA entities.
Domain
Insurance/Healthcare, Operational Risk, Regulatory Compliance (UAE CBUAE), Business Continuity
Required skills
Operational risk management, regulatory compliance (UAE CBUAE), business continuity planning, third-party risk management, incident management, KRIs, risk appetite monitoring, stakeholder engagement, audit coordination
Preferred skills
Professional certifications (CRISC, CISA, CISM, CBCP, IRM, FRM, PMP), experience in matrixed organizations, proficiency in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power BI, Jira, Visio
Technologies
Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power BI, Jira, Visio
Responsibilities
Design and maintain MEA Operational Risk Management Framework; Lead UAE implementation roadmap for CBUAE requirements; Facilitate risk self-assessments and oversee risk registers; Coordinate incident reporting and root-cause analysis; Support business continuity and resilience testing; Provide second-line oversight of third-party risks; Prepare regulatory and committee reports.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC