Portfolio And Conduct Risk Management; UAE Nationals

Overview

Role Overview

The Portfolio, Governance and Conduct Risk Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust framework for governance and conduct risk and portfolio management within the bank. This role ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and best practices, fostering a culture of ethical conduct and sound decision-making across the organization. The manager will work closely with various business lines, legal, compliance, and risk management teams to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate governance and conduct risks.

• Design, develop, and implement the bank’s governance and conduct risk framework, policies, procedures, and standards in line with regulatory expectations and industry best practices.
• Ensure the framework integrates effectively with the overall enterprise risk management (ERM) framework.
• Develop and maintain a robust control environment for governance and conduct risks.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential governance and conduct risks inherent in business activities, new products, services, and processes.
• Analyze emerging regulatory requirements and industry trends to proactively identify and assess new or evolving governance and conduct risks.
• Facilitate workshops and discussions with business units to understand their specific risk profiles and controls.
• Establish and monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to governance and conduct risk.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive reports on governance and conduct risk exposures, control effectiveness, and mitigation activities to senior management, risk committees, and the Board of Directors.
• Oversee the tracking and resolution of governance and conduct risk issues and incidents.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to business units and support functions on governance and conduct risk matters, including policy interpretation and control implementation.
• Develop and implement conduct-related policies (e.g., conflicts of interest, market conduct, data ethics, employee conduct) and ensure their effective communication and adoption.
• Develop and deliver training programs to raise awareness and understanding of governance and conduct risk principles, policies, and expected behaviors across the bank.
• Champion a strong risk culture and ethical conduct throughout the organization, promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity.
• Stay abreast of changes in global and local regulatory landscapes pertaining to governance and conduct risk.
• Assist in preparing for and responding to regulatory examinations and requests related to governance and conduct risk.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, Economics, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., FRM, PRM, CAMS, ICA qualifications) are a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of banking regulations, corporate governance principles, and conduct risk expectations.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to synthesize complex information.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex risk concepts to diverse audiences, including senior management and regulators.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and translate regulatory requirements and risk insights into practical and effective business solutions.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality results.
• Integrity: Unquestionable integrity and ethical standards.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience with GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) software is a plus.

The Governance and Conduct Risk Manager will have a direct reporting line to MEA Risk Cluster Head and it will…