Strategic Risk Management Specialist

1 week ago


Manama, Manama, Bahrain Bank ABC Islamic Full time

At Bank ABC Islamic, we seek to hire an Assistant Risk Manager to join our team in Bahrain. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting the Head of Risk & Credit Support in maintaining a strong, independent yet commercially aware Risk Management function.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Coordinating group risk disciplines, including Integrated Stress Testing, ICAAP, and regulatory aspects
  • Implementing Operational Risk Management, Financial Risk Management, Business Continuity Management, and Data Protection frameworks
  • Defining the Risk Appetite in line with the bank's strategy and Group policies

The role also involves:

  • Acting as an ORM Champion and coordinating with Group Risk on key activities
  • Providing timely and accurate risk reporting to management, BRC, and CBB
  • Supporting the Risk Head in ensuring governance, policies, and procedures are aligned with Group and regulatory guidance

We are looking for a candidate with:

  • More than 5 years of experience in banking, preferably in risk areas
  • A university degree in Business Administration/Finance or a related field
  • A professional qualification in Risk is advantageous
  • Knowledge of credit and risk fundamentals, Corporate Governance, CBB Rulebook, AAOIFI standards, and Islamic banking products
What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment that provides opportunities for growth and development.



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