61 Compliance Consultant jobs in Bahrain
GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) Consultant/ Senior Consultant
Grant Thornton International Ltd
Posted 11 days ago
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Job Number: GRC(Governance, Risk & Compliance)Consultant/ Senior Consultant
Location: Bahrain
Category: Technology Advisory
Grant Thornton Abdulaal Bahrain is expanding their IT GRC practice and look to hire candidate's forConsultant/ Senior Consultant roles. As an integral member of the IT Advisory team, reporting to the responsibility of the GRC team is to carry out the engagements related to policy compliance, security requirements governance, as well as risk management.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of risk management, security and privacy practices and be an effective communicator, both written and verbal.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead and/or execute GRC engagements and IT audits.
- Review and/or prepare project deliverables.
- Point of contact for the client during the engagement execution.
- Develop and participate in implementation of client initiatives focused on the reduction of technology risk, governance and compliance to policies and external regulatory compliance.
- Evaluate business and IT risks.
- Audit IT organizations, IT processes and IT systems against regulations, standards and good practices such as COBIT and ITIL.
- Develop IT security standards, procedures, and controls to manage risks. Improve clients security positioning through process improvement, policy, automation, and the continuous evolution of capabilities.
- Evaluation information security threats and their impact clients IT environment.
- Support the senior team members, assist with the analysis of requirements and design of clients information security posture, as well as Legal, Regulatory and Scheme security requirements.
- Support the senior team members in delivery of work streams for clients in compliance standards such as PCI DSS, ISO27001, EU GDPR and Bahrain PDPL and incident management disciplines.
- Perform and investigate internal and external information security risk and exceptions assessments.
- Assessing incidents, vulnerability management, scans, patching status, secure baselines, penetration test result, phishing, and social engineering tests and attacks.
- Document and reporting control failures and gaps to stakeholders. Provides remediation guidance and prepares management reports to track remediation activities.
- Stay current on best practices and technological advancements and acts as a technical resource for security assessment and regulatory compliance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time based on the business requirements.
- Knowledge of virtualization and cloud computing would be essential.
Skills:
- Understanding of ISO 27001, PCI DSS, ITIL, ITSM, COBIT, ISO 3100, NIST standards and frameworks preferred.
- For GRC role hands on experience on VA tools e.g., Nessus, Qualys etc would be an advantage.
- Experience of risk management principles and associated methodologies
- Ideally will have a CEH/ ISO 27001 ISMS/ ISO 22301 BCMS/ CISA/ COBIT/ CISM qualification.
- Proven ability to make sound pragmatic decisions and judgements under tight timelines.
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to influence and drive change in a collaborative way both internally and externally.
Essential requirements:
- Experience: 1 to 5+ years experience in IT Governance, Risk & Compliance.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure atmosphere by being attentive and having a strong eye for details.
- Strong leadership and personnel management skills.
- Exceptional client service along with the ability to develop excellent client relationships.
- Good at meeting deadlines and solving problems.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and writteninEnglish language is mandatory (Arabic will be a plus)
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Risk Management Specialist
555 Riffa, Southern
BHD7200 Annually
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Our client, a reputable insurance and financial services firm, is seeking a diligent and analytical Risk Management Specialist to join their dedicated team in **Riffa, Southern, BH**. This role is critical in identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks across the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safeguarding assets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of risk management frameworks, insurance principles, and financial regulations. Responsibilities include developing and implementing comprehensive risk management strategies, conducting regular risk assessments and audits, analyzing data to identify trends and potential vulnerabilities, and recommending appropriate control measures. You will also play a key role in developing risk mitigation plans, monitoring their effectiveness, and preparing reports for senior management. The successful candidate will have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and present findings clearly. Experience with various risk assessment tools and methodologies, along with a strong understanding of the insurance industry, is highly preferred. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the financial stability and operational integrity of the company.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and assess potential risks across various business operations.
- Develop and implement risk management strategies and frameworks.
- Conduct risk assessments, audits, and compliance checks.
- Analyze financial data and operational processes to identify vulnerabilities.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation plans and control measures.
- Monitor the effectiveness of risk management strategies.
- Prepare risk reports and present findings to senior management.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards.
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Financial Analyst - Risk Management
00678 Askar, Southern
BHD78000 Annually
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Our client, a prominent financial services group, is actively recruiting a skilled Financial Analyst specializing in Risk Management for their office in **Tubli, Capital, BH**. This critical role will support the firm's robust risk management framework by analyzing financial risks, developing mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and monitoring various financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, and operational risk. Key duties include developing and implementing risk models, performing stress testing and scenario analysis, and preparing detailed risk reports for senior management and regulatory bodies. The analyst will also contribute to the formulation of risk policies and procedures, collaborate with business units to understand their risk profiles, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field, with a strong academic record. At least 3-5 years of experience in financial risk management, quantitative analysis, or a similar role within the financial services industry is required. Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB) and advanced Excel skills are essential. Familiarity with risk management frameworks, regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel III), and financial modeling techniques is highly desirable. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are necessary. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and significant potential for professional development in a dynamic and regulated environment.
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Senior Risk Management Officer
901 Diplomatic Area
BHD110000 Annually
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Our client, a prominent international bank, is seeking an experienced Senior Risk Management Officer to join their prudential supervision and risk assessment division in Isa Town, Southern, BH . This role is vital in identifying, assessing, and mitigating a wide range of financial and operational risks across the bank's operations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of banking regulations, risk frameworks, credit analysis, market risk, and operational risk management, coupled with strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain the bank's enterprise-wide risk management framework.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, including credit risk, market risk, operational risk, liquidity risk, and strategic risk.
- Monitor and analyze the bank's risk profile, identifying emerging risks and developing mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant banking regulations and supervisory requirements.
- Develop and implement risk policies, procedures, and controls.
- Prepare risk reports for senior management, the Board of Directors, and regulatory authorities.
- Lead stress testing and scenario analysis exercises to evaluate the bank's resilience.
- Collaborate with business units to embed a strong risk culture and promote risk awareness throughout the organization.
- Manage relationships with external auditors and regulatory bodies on risk-related matters.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.
- Mentor and guide junior risk analysts, fostering professional development.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field; MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., FRM, PRM) is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in risk management within the banking or financial services sector.
- Proven expertise in various risk management disciplines, including credit, market, operational, and liquidity risk.
- In-depth knowledge of banking regulations (e.g., Basel Accords) and supervisory expectations.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in statistical modeling and data analysis tools.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex risk issues clearly.
- Experience with risk management software and systems.
- Strong understanding of financial markets and instruments.
- Strategic thinking and the ability to proactively identify and address potential risks.
- High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
- Experience in leading risk assessment projects and teams.
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Senior Risk Management Analyst
10001 Hamala, Northern
BHD75000 Annually
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Our client, a leading insurance provider, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Risk Management Analyst to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote, home-based position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within a designated timezone. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical background and a deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies within the insurance sector. You will be instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential risks across various business operations. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing risk management strategies, conducting comprehensive risk assessments, and preparing detailed reports for senior management. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. Furthermore, you will play a key role in designing and executing risk mitigation plans, monitoring their effectiveness, and making necessary adjustments. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement in risk management practices. The successful candidate will be adept at using advanced analytics tools and statistical software to model complex risk scenarios. A critical aspect of this role involves staying abreast of industry trends and emerging risks to ensure the organization maintains a competitive edge and robust risk resilience. The ability to communicate complex findings clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences is paramount. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development within a supportive and forward-thinking remote-first environment. Applicants must be self-starters, highly organized, and possess exceptional time management skills to thrive in a remote setting. The role demands a proactive mindset, with a focus on delivering high-quality analysis and strategic insights to safeguard the company's assets and reputation. Our client is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals seeking a challenging and rewarding remote career opportunity in the insurance industry.
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Senior Risk Management Analyst
30002 Diplomatic Area
BHD85000 Annually
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Isa Town, Southern, BH
Our client, a leading financial services firm, is looking for a diligent and analytical Senior Risk Management Analyst. This role is crucial for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks across the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safeguarding the company's financial health. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of risk management principles, excellent analytical skills, and a proven ability to develop and implement effective risk control frameworks. You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive risk assessments, developing risk mitigation strategies, monitoring risk exposures, and preparing detailed reports for senior management and regulatory bodies. This position requires a meticulous approach, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Our client, a leading financial services firm, is looking for a diligent and analytical Senior Risk Management Analyst. This role is crucial for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks across the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safeguarding the company's financial health. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of risk management principles, excellent analytical skills, and a proven ability to develop and implement effective risk control frameworks. You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive risk assessments, developing risk mitigation strategies, monitoring risk exposures, and preparing detailed reports for senior management and regulatory bodies. This position requires a meticulous approach, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting comprehensive risk assessments across various business functions and processes.
- Developing and implementing risk management policies, procedures, and frameworks.
- Monitoring and analyzing key risk indicators (KRIs) and ensuring adherence to risk appetite.
- Identifying potential risks, evaluating their impact, and proposing mitigation strategies.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards.
- Collaborating with business units to embed a strong risk culture throughout the organization.
- Preparing and presenting risk reports to senior management and stakeholders.
- Developing and conducting risk management training programs.
- Investigating and reporting on risk incidents and near misses.
- Staying updated on emerging risks and best practices in risk management.
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Senior Risk Management Specialist
305 Zallaq, Southern
BHD130000 Annually
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Posted 12 days ago
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Our client, a prominent insurance provider, is seeking an experienced Senior Risk Management Specialist to join their esteemed team in Zallaq, Southern, BH . This role is crucial for identifying, assessing, and mitigating a wide range of risks across the organization, ensuring the company's financial stability and operational integrity. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, a deep understanding of risk frameworks, and the ability to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain the company's risk management framework and policies.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities across all business operations.
- Analyze risk data to identify trends, patterns, and potential areas of concern.
- Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks, including insurance programs, internal controls, and business continuity plans.
- Monitor the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and recommend adjustments as needed.
- Prepare detailed risk reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
- Collaborate with departmental heads to ensure risk management principles are integrated into business processes.
- Stay informed about industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging risks relevant to the insurance sector.
- Conduct training sessions for employees on risk awareness and management procedures.
- Manage and maintain the company's risk register.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management, preferably within the insurance industry.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks.
- Strong understanding of quantitative and qualitative risk assessment methodologies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Proficiency in risk management software and tools.
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional certifications such as CRM (Certified Risk Manager) or FRM (Financial Risk Manager) are highly preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Senior Quantitative Analyst - Risk Management
33333 Busaiteen, Muharraq
BHD110000 Annually
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Our client, a leading financial institution, is looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Quantitative Analyst to join their Risk Management division. This role is entirely remote, offering a dynamic and flexible working environment. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and validating sophisticated quantitative models for risk assessment, pricing, and financial forecasting. This includes credit risk modeling, market risk analysis, and operational risk assessment. You will work closely with trading desks, portfolio managers, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and effective risk mitigation strategies. Key responsibilities involve performing complex statistical analysis, programming advanced financial models, and contributing to the development of risk management frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in a quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in quantitative finance or risk management. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, C++, or MATLAB is essential, along with a solid understanding of financial markets and instruments. You should have experience with data analysis tools and databases. This remote position requires excellent problem-solving skills, a meticulous approach to detail, and the ability to communicate complex quantitative concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will be a key contributor to safeguarding the firm's financial health and strategic decision-making through robust quantitative insights. Join a highly collaborative team that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth.
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Senior Quantitative Analyst - Risk Management
12346 Hamala, Northern
BHD140000 Annually
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Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Quantitative Analyst to join their esteemed Risk Management division. This role, situated in Sanad, Capital, BH , operates on a hybrid model, offering a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing, validating, and implementing sophisticated quantitative models used for risk assessment, pricing, and portfolio management. You will leverage advanced statistical techniques, programming skills, and a deep understanding of financial markets to drive data-informed decision-making. Responsibilities include:
- Develop, implement, and validate complex quantitative models for market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.
- Perform rigorous backtesting and sensitivity analysis on existing models.
- Utilize statistical software and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, C++) for data analysis and model development.
- Collaborate with trading desks, portfolio managers, and risk managers to understand their needs and provide quantitative solutions.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on model performance and risk assessments for senior management.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies related to model risk management.
- Contribute to the enhancement of data infrastructure and analytical tools.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging quantitative techniques.
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the team's technical expertise.
- Contribute to the development of pricing models for complex financial instruments.
- Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering, or Economics.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in quantitative analysis or a related role within the financial services industry.
- Strong proficiency in statistical modeling, time series analysis, and machine learning techniques.
- Expertise in programming languages like Python, R, and/or C++.
- Familiarity with financial markets, derivative pricing, and risk management frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
- Experience with financial databases and data manipulation tools.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel III, CCAR) is a plus.
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Remote Financial Analyst - Risk Management
1157 Bilad Al Qadeem, Capital
BHD92000 Annually
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Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Remote Financial Analyst specializing in Risk Management. This role is integral to identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, quantitative methods, and a deep understanding of risk frameworks within the banking and finance sector. This position is fully remote, offering flexibility to work from anywhere.
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Qualifications:
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned financial professional to contribute remotely to a prominent financial institution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to identify, quantify, and assess various financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and liquidity risk.
- Develop and maintain risk models, employing quantitative techniques and statistical analysis.
- Monitor and analyze financial market data and economic trends to forecast potential risks and opportunities.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on risk exposures, mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance for senior management and relevant committees.
- Assist in the development and implementation of risk management policies, procedures, and controls.
- Collaborate with different departments to gather data, understand business processes, and identify potential risk areas.
- Ensure compliance with banking regulations and financial industry standards related to risk management.
- Utilize financial software and databases to manage and analyze risk-related information.
- Perform stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the resilience of the financial portfolio under adverse conditions.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
- Track and report on key risk indicators (KRIs) and ensure timely escalation of critical issues.
- Stay informed about current financial market developments and regulatory changes impacting risk management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, with a specific focus on risk management in the banking or financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and risk management principles.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and modeling software (e.g., Excel VBA, Python, R, MATLAB).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as Basel III, Dodd-Frank, etc.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned financial professional to contribute remotely to a prominent financial institution.
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