RISK OFFICER
Core
Develop, implement, and oversee the risk management framework for Apex clients, acting as a key second line of defence to identify, monitor, and manage operational, regulatory, technology, cyber, conduct, and third-party risks.
Role type
Client Risk Officer (Second Line of Defence)
Builds
Enterprise Risk Management frameworks, Risk Appetite Statements, and Key Risk Indicators for financial clients
Domain
Financial Services / Fund Administration / Regulated Markets (ADGM/FSRA, DIFC)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Enterprise Risk Management framework design, Risk Appetite Statement development, Risk Register maintenance, Portfolio analysis, Outsourcing and third-party risk management, Incident management and root cause analysis, Regulatory reporting, Conduct risk assessment, Technology and cybersecurity risk assessment
Preferred skills
FRM, PRM, or CFA certification, ADGM/FSRA and DIFC regulatory experience, Digital assets risk assessment
Technologies
Risk management software, Regulatory reporting tools
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain Enterprise Risk Management frameworks and Risk Appetite Statements; Own and update risk policies and governance documentation; Maintain Risk Registers across multiple risk categories; Provide risk reporting and insights to senior management and the Board; Assess risks related to new products, digital assets, and technology infrastructure; Oversee outsourcing and third-party risk management; Lead incident management and control improvement actions; Collaborate with Compliance and MLRO teams; Support regulatory discussions and ensure documentation readiness
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
