Associate Director

Role Overview We are seeking a Bilingual Risk Management Specialist who is fluent in both English and Arabic, with substantial experience across one or more Risk Management domains (Credit / Treasury & Market Risk / Capital & ALM / Non-Financial Risks). Ideally based in Riyadh, the candidate should have prior consulting experience with leading banks, regulatory bodies, Big-4, or boutique advisory firms. This role involves engaging in complex financial projects, assisting clients in navigating regulatory landscapes, and collaborating extensively with teams across the GCC region. Travel within the region will be required for short-term project assignments. Key Responsibilities 1. Risk Consulting & Project Delivery • Support high-impact regulatory and risk transformation engagements. • Assist in the implementation/validation of IFRS 9, FRTB & Basel III/IV, ALM, Operational Risk initiatives. • Perform detailed risk model validations and risk assessments for financial institutions. 2. Framework Development & Regulatory Compliance • Assist clients in the design, development, and implementation of robust risk management frameworks. • Guide clients in achieving regulatory compliance, specifically focusing on Basel standards and regional regulatory requirements. • Engage with stakeholders to streamline risk management processes and align with global best practices. 3. Client Engagement & Collaboration • Actively participate in client-facing engagements, presenting findings and recommendations clearly and effectively. • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and client personnel to deliver integrated risk management solutions. • Contribute to the development of proposals, thought leadership, and presentations tailored for client needs. 4. Business Development • Support business development initiatives, proposal development, RFP responses, and client presentations. • Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and generate new business opportunities. • Contribute to thought leadership, market research, industry insights, and marketing initiatives. • Assist practice leadership in building the Risk Consulting footprint across Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region. Qualifications Education: Bachelor or Master degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or a related discipline. Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, or equivalent are advantageous. Key Skills & Experience 10-15 years of relevant experience in Risk Management (Credit, Market, Capital & ALM, or Operational Risk). Demonstrable prior consulting experience with leading banks, regulators, or advisory firms. Strong understanding of one or more from: IFRS 9, FRTB, Basel III/IV, ALM, Operational Risk and enterprise-wide risk assessment methodologies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic, facilitating effective stakeholder engagement across the GCC region. Proficiency in analytical tools and software is preferred but not mandatory (e.g.Excel, R, Python, SAS). Flexibility and willingness to travel within the GCC region