Risk & Compliance Manager – Investments (Family Office)

We are seeking an experienced Risk & Compliance Manager - Investments to develop and manage a comprehensive risk and compliance framework for our Family Office. This role is a critical governance function, ensuring investment and operational activities adhere to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and best-practice standards.You will work closely with Investment, Finance, Operations, and Legal teams to embed a strong culture of risk awareness, transparency, and compliance discipline across the organisation.Key Responsibilities:Risk Management and Framework Development Develop and maintain the enterprise risk management framework. Define policies, thresholds, risk metrics, and governance guidelines. Perform ongoing risk assessments on portfolios, service providers and counterparties. Monitor exposures against approved limits and escalate deviations. Conduct stress testing, scenario modelling, and concentration analysis. Prepare periodic risk reports for senior stakeholders and decision bodies.Compliance Oversight Ensure compliance with DIFC, DFSA, UAE, and international regulations. Maintain compliance manuals and update policies when regulatory changes occur. Support AML/KYC processes for fund managers, banks, and intermediaries. Monitor adherence to internal codes of conduct and conflict-of-interest policies. Engage external legal/regulatory advisors when needed.Governance, Reporting, and Audit Support Prepare risk and compliance reports for CIO, CEO, and Investment Committee. Support development of dashboards covering portfolio risks and compliance KPIs. Maintain governance documentation, including delegation of authority registers. Support internal reviews and external audits related to compliance controls.Team Leadership Lead and mentor the Risk & Compliance Analyst. Oversee day-to-day monitoring and reporting activities. Encourage process improvement, knowledge sharing, and team development.Experience and Education:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field. Master’s degree preferred. FRM or CFA credentials preferred.8–10 years of experience in risk and compliance within an investment firm, family office, or financial institution. Strong understanding of equities, fixed income, funds, PE/alternatives, and risk measurement tools. Familiarity with GCC regulatory environments (DIFC/DFSA, ADGM/FSRA). Strong analytical, documentation, communication, and reporting skills.Competencies:Good judgment and the ability to interpret risk insights constructively. Strong attention to detail and organisational discipline. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability. Ability to work independently while managing cross-functional stakeholders. Strategic thinking with hands-on execution ability.
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Publisher: Hiremea
Post date: Today
Publisher: Hiremea