Operational Risk Manager

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RRapyd is looking for an Operational Risk Manager based in Dubai and part of the second line of defence risk team accountable for the oversight of Operational Risk and Operational Resilience and associated Business Unit and support functions control activities. 

This is a key role in Rapyd’s Global Risk Team, you will be responsible for helping Rapyd mitigate risks arising from internal processes, people, systems and external events. You will investigate the procedures and processes within Rapyd’s Business Units and Support Functions collaborating to identify threats and vulnerabilities and mitigating action

Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with Rapyd’s business units with regard to Risk Identification, Assessment and Monitoring of Operational Risks, undertaking Risk And Control Assessments (RACA’s).  
• Leading Operational Resilience reviews, identifying Important Business Services, undertaking end to end mapping to identify process vulnerabilities and implement remediation and monitoring programs to ensure that Rapyd remains within its service tolerances at all times even under stress situations. 
• Enhancing Rapyd’s operational risk management framework by providing expertise and input in respect of governance, risk appetite, key risk indicators and maintaining Rapyd’s Risk Register

• Degree or equivalent in Finance, Business Administration or related field. Risk management qualification in operational risk management desired.  
• 3 years + experience and expertise in operational risk management at a Financial Institution or Fintech
• Practical experience of undertaking Risk And Control Assessments (RACA) , Operational Resilience reviews, Incident Management and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge and understanding of regulatory treatment of operational risk and how it applies to Rapyd’s operational processes and controls
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders to establish relationships and become a trusted adviser

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