Job Description
Hiring for Chief Risk and Compliance Officer – DIFC – Dubai
A start-up FinTech firm in DIFC is seeking an experienced Chief Risk and Compliance Officer (CRO) to lead risk management and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing DFSA relationships and implementing risk management frameworks in a DFSA Cat 3C Financial Services company.
Responsibilities
Risk Management & Mitigation
- Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate operational, regulatory, financial, and cybersecurity risks.
- Monitor geo-political and economic risks affecting the business.
- Ensure compliance with DIFC/DFSA risk and regulatory requirements.
Regulatory Compliance & Governance
- Oversee DFSA compliance, ensuring adherence to all regulations.
- Maintain strong relationships with DFSA and potentially ADGM regulators.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure the business remains compliant.
- Provide risk advisory to the CEO and Board of Directors.
Cybersecurity & Financial Crime Risk
- Oversee cybersecurity policies and protect the firm from financial crime threats.
- Ensure compliance with data protection and cybersecurity regulations.
- Work closely with IT and security teams to mitigate technology-related risks.
Qualifications & Experience Required
- DFSA-approved CRO experience in a DFSA Cat 3C financial services firm.
- Proven expertise in risk management, compliance, and regulatory oversight.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity, economic risks, and financial regulations.
- Banking or Private Equity background preferred.
- Ability to work in a strategic leadership role while maintaining hands-on compliance monitoring.
Why Join Us?
- Lead the risk and compliance function in an innovative FinTech startup.
- Direct interaction with DFSA regulators, CEO, and Board of Directors.
- Competitive compensation package and growth opportunities.
