Senior Risk Analyst

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing: Risk Assessment & Analysis

• Conduct detailed risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities across the Bank.
• Analyze financial, operational, and external risk factors that may impact business performance.
• Monitor trends, emerging risks, and market developments that could affect the Bank's risk profile.
• Support enterprise-wide risk identification and assessment exercises.
  
  

• Maintain and support the Bank's risk inventory and risk management framework.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of the Risk Appetite Statement.
• Monitor adherence to approved risk appetite and escalate breaches where necessary.
• Support periodic reviews of key risk indicators and risk metrics.
  
  

• Recommend practical risk mitigation strategies and control enhancements.
• Support management in addressing findings arising from risk assessments, audits, and regulatory reviews.
• Assist in strengthening governance frameworks and risk reporting capabilities.
• Help ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
  
  

• Prepare risk analysis reports and presentations for senior management.
• Provide meaningful insights and recommendations that support strategic decision-making.
• Support risk-related committee reporting and management information processes.
• Deliver clear and concise communication of risk-related matters to stakeholders.
  
  

• Work closely with Finance, Credit, Operations, Compliance, Audit, and other Risk teams.
• Build strong relationships across business functions to support enterprise-wide risk management.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and regulatory projects where required.
• Stay informed on economic, regulatory, and industry developments impacting the banking sector.
  
  

• Bachelor's Degree in Financial Risk Management, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Finance, or a related discipline.
  
  

• UAE National Fresh Graduate or qualified Ethraa candidate.
• Strong academic background with a passion for Risk Management and Analytics.
• Previous internships or exposure to banking, finance, analytics, or risk functions will be advantageous.
  
  

• Understanding of banking and financial services environments.
• Interest in Enterprise Risk Management, Governance, Regulatory Compliance, and Analytics.
• Exposure to data analysis and reporting concepts.
  
  

• Competitive, performance-linked compensation.
• Medical coverage for you and your family.
• Comprehensive life insurance.
• Structured development program and career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to enterprise-wide banking risk management practices.
• Opportunity to work with senior stakeholders across the Bank.
• A collaborative environment focused on learning, innovation, and professional growth.
  
  

• Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze data and interpret complex information.
• Problem Solving: Ability to evaluate risks and propose practical solutions.
• Data & Technology: Knowledge of MS Office and exposure to SQL, Python, SAS, R, or other analytical tools is advantageous.
• Communication Skills: Ability to present information clearly and effectively.
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy and quality of analysis.
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Personal Drive: Self-motivated, organized, and eager to learn.