VP/SVP, Risk Management – Dubai recruitment

Our client is an Asian major commercial bank with a huge capital base focusing on corporate and wholesale banking. Due to the new branch license in Dubai, they are looking for a high caliber Risk Manager to join the team and start up the branch there.

Key responsibilities:

• Liaising Dealing with local Regulatory Authorities to ensure compliance with relevant statutes.
• Responsible for working with front office and senior management in business advisory for new business development and internal processes
• Building a strong risk management framework which is in line with the head office policies and guidelines.
• Liaising with head office internal audit inspection and queries.
• Working closely with the GM, senior management and compliance to start the branch and provide training advisory to the business and be involved in ad-hoc projects and business development activities.

The ideal candidate should be degree qualified with at least 10 years of experience in risk management. Mandarin speaking skills is mandatory. Good working knowledge of regional policies and strong communication skills to interact with regulatory as well as multiple levels in the organisation. Proficient in MS Office Excel.

To apply, please submit your resume to Emily Tan at et@kerryconsulting.com, quoting the job title and reference number ET 4159. We regret only successful shortlisted candidates will be contacted.