Director - Risk

About This Role

Established in 2004, Dubai Holding is a global investment company with investments in more than 34 countries and a combined workforce of nearly 45,000 individuals. In line with the vision of Dubai’s leadership and economic diversification strategy, Dubai Holding companies have nurtured sectors, irrevocably transforming Dubai’s socio-economic landscape and positioning Dubai as a diversified, globally integrated economy.

Dubai Holding is committed to the diversification of Dubai’s non-oil economy. Our portfolio, valued at over AED 284+ billion, spans 10 sectors, including real estate, hospitality, leisure & entertainment, ICT, design, education, media, retail, manufacturing & logistics, and science.

For the Good of Tomorrow

Dubai Holding is looking to hire a Director - Risk, reporting to the Managing Director - Finance in Dubai Holding Investments (DHI). The job holder will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive risk management framework across DHI. This includes identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial, operational, and strategic risks to safeguard DHI’s assets, reputation, and long-term objectives. The Director – Risk will ensure alignment of risk strategies with DHI’s investment and business goals. The role serves as a key advisor to senior leadership on risk exposure and resilience strategies.

If you are ready to embark on a dynamic journey where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a real impact, we would like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Risk Strategy & Framework

• Develop and maintain DHI’s enterprise risk management (ERM) framework, ensuring integration with strategic and operational planning.
• Establish risk appetite and tolerance levels in alignment with DHI’s objectives and communicate these across the organization.
• Lead risk identification and assessment processes for financial, operational, regulatory, and strategic risks impacting DHI’s investments and operations.

Risk Monitoring & Reporting

• Implement robust risk monitoring systems and dashboards to provide timely, accurate, and actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Prepare and present comprehensive risk reports to the SVP – Finance and DHI Management, highlighting emerging risks and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and international best practices in risk governance.

Operational & Investment Risk Management

• Partner with investment teams to assess risks associated with new deals, capital formation, and portfolio management activities.
• Conduct scenario analysis and stress testing to evaluate the resilience of DHI’s investment portfolio under varying market conditions.
• Develop contingency plans and crisis management protocols to address potential disruptions.
• Risk Policy Development & Compliance (in coordination with Governance & Compliance function).
• Design and implement risk policies, procedures, and controls that align with DHI’s governance standards.
• Collaborate with Governance & Compliance team to ensure adherence to internal and external compliance requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies and external auditors to ensure proactive compliance.

Who we are looking for:

• Minimum 10–12 years of relevant experience in risk management, with at least 5 years in leadership roles within investment or financial services.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing enterprise risk frameworks in complex, multi-asset environments.

Education / Professional Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, or CFA preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Expertise in risk modeling, scenario analysis, and stress testing.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (UAE and international).
• Familiarity with investment risk assessment methodologies and portfolio risk analytics.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Communication & Influence
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Team Leadership

As much as we would be delighted to entertain all applicants, due to the high volumes of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted within 14 business days.

This job description is not all inclusive. Dubai Holding reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Dubai Holding is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.