GRC Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the organization's Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) framework
• Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise risk management frameworks and governance policies
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments covering operational, regulatory, compliance, technology, and third-party risks
• Ensure compliance with applicable banking regulations and industry standards
• Coordinate regulatory examinations, compliance reviews, and audits
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on business operations
• Manage risk registers, compliance monitoring programs, and issue remediation
• Provide regular reporting and insights to senior management and risk committees
• Collaborate with business, technology, cybersecurity, and legal teams to embed controls
• Support initiatives related to operational resilience and business continuity

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, Accounting, IT, or Law
• 8–12 years of experience in GRC, ERM, Internal Audit, or Regulatory Compliance within banks or financial institutions
• Strong understanding of banking regulations and risk management practices
• Proven track record of managing enterprise risk and compliance programs
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or professional certifications (CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CIA, CAMS, FRM, PRM, CGEIT, CPA)
• Experience with UAE banking regulations and Central Bank of the UAE frameworks
• Knowledge of Basel III/IV, AML, KYC, and Financial Crime Compliance
• Familiarity with ISO 31000, COSO, COBIT, ISO 27001, or NIST
• Experience with GRC platforms such as ServiceNow GRC, RSA Archer, or MetricStream
• Experience in retail, corporate, investment, or Islamic banking