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Senior Risk Manager

OKX
RiskOn-siteFull-timeDubai, United Arab Emirates

OKX is hiring for the job of Senior Risk Manager, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (On-site). This is a Risk job in the governance, risk, and compliance field. Review the full details below and apply directly with OKX.

Organization: OKXLocation: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesWorkplace: On-siteFocus: RiskPosted: Sep 15, 2026
OKX is hiring for this Risk job in Dubai, one of the metros GRC Careers tracks for governance, risk, and compliance hiring.

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ace-line old-record-id- ace-line old-record-id- About the Opportunity

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ace-line old-record-id- What You’ll Be Doing

ace-line old-record-id- Support the Regional Head of Risk in overseeing financial and non-financial risks across the region’s entities preparing analyses and recommendations for review.

ace-line old-record-id- Maintain and enhance regional risk frameworks internal controls and governance documentation ensuring alignment with Group standards and regulatory requirements across all relevant jurisdictions.

ace-line old-record-id- Identify assess and monitor financial and non-financial risks including operational technology cybersecurity market credit liquidity and reputational risks against the firm’s approved risk appetite escalating material changes emerging risks and potential limit breaches to the Regional Head of Risk.

ace-line old-record-id- Support the implementation of risk and control self-assessments (RCSAs) monitor associated findings and remediation actions and track relevant key risk indicators (KRIs).

ace-line old-record-id- Review third-party and outsourcing risk assessments maintain the corresponding entries in the enterprise risk register and escalate material findings.

ace-line old-record-id- Maintain risk governance documentation and reporting including policies KRIs risk appetite statements.

ace-line old-record-id- Coordinate with Compliance Legal and other relevant functions to incorporate regulatory requirements and financial crime considerations into regional risk management activities.

ace-line old-record-id- Coordinate internal and external audit activities and assist the Regional Head of Risk in preparing for regulatory reviews and supervisory engagements.

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ace-line old-record-id- What We Look For In You

ace-line old-record-id- 7 years of experience in enterprise risk management internal audit or compliance within regulated financial services fintech or digital asset firms.

ace-line old-record-id- Experience supporting or contributing to the build-out of a risk function including frameworks for internal controls risk appetite and governance under the direction of a Head of Risk or equivalent.

ace-line old-record-id- Working knowledge of financial and non-financial risk domains including operational technology and cybersecurity market credit and liquidity risk and familiarity with recognised risk management methodologies.

ace-line old-record-id- analytical and written communication skills with the ability to turn risk analysis into clear reporting and actionable recommendations for senior management.

ace-line old-record-id- Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and jurisdictions exercise sound judgement and escalate material matters appropriately.

ace-line old-record-id- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance Economics Business Risk Management or a related field. Professional certifications such as CFA FRM PRM or CRMA are desirable.

ace-line old-record-id- Fluent in English with strong verbal and written communication skills additional languages are a plus.

ace-line old-record-id- Adaptable and proactive with the ability to operate effectively across multiple regulatory regimes in a fast-paced high-growth environment.

ace-line old-record-id- Legally eligible to work in the relevant jurisdiction.

ace-line old-record-id- Perks 18pt Benefits

ace-line old-record-id- Competitive total compensation package

ace-line old-record-id- L;D programs and Education subsidy for employees growth and development

ace-line old-record-id- Various team building programs and company events

ace-line old-record-id- Wellness and meal allowances

ace-line old-record-id- Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants

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Location and market context

This job is based in Dubai on-site. Local candidates benefit from being close to OKX's teams and regional hiring market. Confirm the exact in-office expectation and any relocation support with the employer.

About risk management jobs

Risk jobs own the methodology for identifying, assessing, and escalating enterprise, operational, and technology risk. Second-line teams set risk appetite and challenge the first line. Jobs like this one are typically evaluated against frameworks such as enterprise and operational risk frameworks, NIST AI RMF, and risk-appetite and escalation practices.

How to position yourself for this risk management job

Strong candidates emphasize risk assessment methodology, appetite and escalation, cross-functional partnership, and clear reporting to senior leadership and the board. In your resume and outreach, tie your experience to how OKX would apply enterprise and operational risk frameworks, NIST AI RMF, and risk-appetite and escalation practices, and lead with concrete outcomes rather than duties.

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