Associate Risk Management Amman

MENA Risk Management Associate

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The opportunity

Effective risk management is fundamental to the successful delivery of professional services and the protection of our brand. Our Risk Management team operates as a second line of defense providing technical guidance oversight and processes that support service quality mitigate litigation and reputational risk and promote regulatory compliance.

As a Risk Management Associate you will support the ongoing operation and enhancement of the firms risk and compliance framework across the MENA region. You will assist in ensuring compliance with applicable policies procedures laws and regulations and contribute to ongoing monitoring assessment and reporting activities to minimise risk exposure.

Your key responsibilities

Supporting clientserving teams on AML Risk and Compliance matters.

Supporting regulatory compliance in Jordan and providing assistance to other MENA locations as required.

Assisting in the development implementation and maintenance of the firms regulatory compliance framework including policies procedures systems and controls.

Monitoring key regulatory developments and proactively communicating impacts to the business to ensure timely updates to policies and frameworks.

Supporting the execution of compliance risk assessments monitoring and testing activities.

Assisting with regulatory and senior executive management reporting.

Supporting compliance audits and regulatory inspections including the development and tracking of effective remediation plans.

Contributing to broader risk management and compliance initiatives as required.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply conceptual framework to new and unique situations
• Excellent business writing communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a busy deadline driven environment and meet unexpected client demands
• A high level of confidence in dealing with senior executives and challenging situations

To qualify for the role you must have:

• Bachelors Degree in Law Business or related field; Masters Degree or relevant professional qualification (i.e. ICA ACAMS) preferred
• Excellent communication analytical and stakeholder management skills

• 1-2 years experience working in an operational and/or regulatory compliance position within a professional services organisation or financial institution.
• Understanding of regional regulatory landscapes such as UAE KSA Qatar would be an added advantage.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator youll be a confident leader equipped with strong management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus we offer:

• Continuous learning:Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you:Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership:Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:Youll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above please contact us as soon as possible.

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