14 Financial Risk jobs in Qatar

Role Objective

The Market Risk Analyst will assist in implementing leading market risk practices for Doha Bank, and contribute towards methods to enhance risk measurement and mitigation. The incumbent will assist in hedging market risks resulting from changes in market prices and market parameters such as profit rates, exchange rates, volatilities and share prices. The job holder will assist in ascertaining market variables and will perform regulatory risks assignments in accordance with ICAAP and Basel II requirements, and assess the Bank's rating vis-à-vis other players in the market.

Detailed Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist in implementing sound market practices for the Bank for measuring, monitoring and controlling market risks, in compliance with industry best practices, approved risk policies and procedures, and respective regulators (viz. Qatar Central Bank as well as other regulators in the overseas jurisdictions).
• Assist in the implementation of the Bank's Market Risk Policy with exposure limits for capital usage and risk exposure of the Bank and assist in translating the same to individual business lines.
• Consolidate portfolio management data/ other MIS information received from the other market risk sub-functions responsible for Asset Liability Management (ALM) and sensitivity analysis.
• Assist in producing adequate and accurate reports pertaining to market risk and disseminating the same to the concerned business units/ senior management for their consideration/ corrective action.
• Formulate risk profiles, representative of the true risks undertaken by the business and ensure it is consistent with market movements.
• Ensure that all risk approvals meet overall policy guidelines and QCB regulations, specifying the terms and conditions to mitigate the market risks borne/ faced by the Bank.
• Assist the Senior Market Risk Analyst during UAT and regression testing for the stress tests, and in monitoring/reporting on the limits.
• Assist in preparing analytic reports for the senior management, generated in the requested format or, in the absence of a suggestion, in a format that will be most useful to the purpose.
• Contribute towards the continual development, promotion and maintenance of common methodologies for identifying and assessing risks, and determine the adequacy and cost effectiveness of risk treatments applied within Doha Bank.
• Understand and support in implementing ICAAP, Basel III and QCB guidelines on account of liquidity risks, including market risk capital adequacy computations for QCB reporting with respect to Basel II/III calculations and other activities pertaining to the same.

Qualifications & Experience
:

• University graduate with a degree in Business or Banking or Finance or any other related discipline.
• Master's degree in related discipline will be an added advantage.
• 05-08 years of total experience in financial services/banking industry, entailing responsibilities pertaining to the specific area of discipline.
• Experience in market risk.

Certifications

• Professional certification/ qualification such as PRM or FRM or CFA or ICFA would be desirable
• QFSQF Level 3

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco's value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations' spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom's vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a Credit Risk Analyst to join the credit team in its Credit & Market Analysis Division which is part of the Treasury organization. The main role of the division is to manage credit and market risks.

Your main responsibility will be to safeguard the company's assets by performing quantitative and qualitative credit assessments of counterparties, propose appropriate credit risk mitigation strategies and provide recommendations to management. This position requires strict adherence to the company's credit risk policy and operating procedures.

You will be also required to collaborate with other areas such as Operations, Sales, LAW, Contracting, among others. Therefore, it is essential to possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to succeed in this role.

Key Responsibilities

As a successful candidate, you will perform the following:

• Conduct credit evaluations of counterparties (financial and non-financial institutions).
• Carry out financial qualification of service providers for new projects.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial statements and employ the company's internal credit model to derive credit ratings.
• Ensure new business transactions and related risks are appropriately defined, captured, and managed, by the Company's risk methodologies and systems.
• Maintain approved credit limits and ratings in credit database.
• Actively monitor counterparty credit ratings and latest market developments to keep management informed on potential risks.
• Perform stress testing on various portfolios in order to identify and mitigate unwanted exposure.
• Review policies, procedures, and align risk policies across the Group.
• Assist in the consolidation and preparation of reports for management.
• Complete assigned ad-hoc tasks as directed.

Minimum Requirements

As a successful candidate, you will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field. MBA or other advanced business degree is preferred.
• Professional certification such as FRM, ERP, CMA or CFA, are highly regarded.
• At least 10 years of relevant credit experience in energy, banking or financial risk management.
• Experience with implementation and application of credit risk models
• In-depth knowledge of qualitative and quantitative credit assessments
• Extensive experience analyzing financial statements
• Ability to meet tight deadlines to submit credit recommendations to management
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including Excel models

Certificates

Title : Assoc of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA)

Req./Pref. : Preferred

Comments-Nature of Cert./License Relations :

2 yrs is waived from minimum Yrs of exp. on full accreditation

Title : Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)

Req./Pref. : Preferred

Comments-Nature of Cert./License Relations :

2 yrs is waived from minimum Yrs of exp. on full accreditation

Title : Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Req./Pref. : Preferred

Comments-Nature of Cert./License Relations :

Certification in the areas of internal audit & practice

Title : Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Req./Pref. : Preferred

Comments-Nature of Cert./License Relations :

2 yrs is waived from minimum Yrs of exp. on full accreditation

Title : Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Req./Pref. : Preferred

Comments-Nature of Cert./License Relations :

2 yrs is waived from minimum Yrs of exp. on full accreditation

Title : Saudi Org of Certified Public Accountant (SOCPA)

Req./Pref. : Preferred

Comments-Nature of Cert./License Relations :

Certification in the areas of accounting & Auditing Standards

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world's biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.

Country/Region:
SA

Are you a seasoned credit risk professional ready to shape the future of risk evaluation in a dynamic banking environment? Join our team as a Manager – Credit Risk Evaluation, where you'll lead strategic credit reviews across our Institutional Banking Group (IBG), Treasury, and Wholesale Banking functions.

About Commercial Bank Of Qatar
Commercial Bank, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Doha, plays a vital role in Qatar's economic development by offering a range of personal, business, government, international and investment services. We believe in empowering our employees, providing them with opportunities for growth and professional development.

By Joining us, you'll be part of a workplace culture that fosters innovation, supports work-life balance, and encourages you to reach your full potential.

Join us in shaping the future of banking

Job Summary
To manage the whole retail credit risk portfolio building strong lending capabilities (accordingly with the requirements of the Strategic Plan – specially in Mortgages). The Head of Retail Credit has end-to-end responsibilities for the credit risk management activities regarding the consumer, mortgages and SME's.

The incumbent will be responsible for the quality and risk-adjusted profitability of the retail lending portfolios (new origination and stock) and for close monitoring of performance and ongoing improvement of risk strategies.

*Key Accountabilities *

• Change the profile of the team to a more quantitative/analytical skills set to enhance the transformation of the function.
• Organise and supervise the activities and work of subordinates to ensure that all work within a specific area of the activity is carried out in an efficient manner which is consistent with operating procedures and policy.
• Provide on-the-job training and constructive feedback to subordinates to support their overall development.
• Contribute to the preparation of the budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues and areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified.
• Review and derive appropriate credit processes in accordance to the bank's policies, business strategies and statutory/regulatory requirements (TARGET OPERATING MODEL).
• Work with other counter-parties to ensure the credit policies and guidelines are implemented properly.
• Lead the definition of the retail credit risk strategy, the adoption of credit risk framework and the credit risk exposure monitoring. Collections and recoveries and control schemes.
• Recommend and support setting of credit risk appetite metrics and associated limits specific to the retail business.
• Maintain the effectiveness of retail credit risk policies and lending standards (including scorecards cut-off level).
• Keep abreast of the latest development in credit policies in the market and provide input for updating of the bank's corporate policy manual.
• Ensure effective ownership on the retail credit risk models (with highly data management focus)
• Enhance the launch of new products and acquisitions of new clients.
• Build a strong risk/retail partnership that will deliver superior customer experience.
• Recommend & approve Retail Banking credit applications with excesses/exceptions, as per Board's approved DOA, within defined TAT, by conducting own assessment and managing team of Credit Risk Managers, Officers & Analysts in the process.
• Control of the credit monitoring in different dimensions (product, segment, population, vintages,….)
• Control of the provisions (staging, parameters, charges,.) and NPL's.
• Oversee timely and appropriate remedial action on poorly performing accounts establishing the appropriate recoveries management strategies and policies.

Minimum Qualifications
*Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Other skills: *
Bachelor degree, preferably in business-related or Math, Engineering,Science.

Minimum Experience
15 years relevant experience in retail banking sectors including at least 5 years in positions of progressively increasing managerial responsibilities.

Knowledge, & Other Skills
Planning and organizing skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Influencing and Negotiation skills

Numerical skills

Leadership skills

Bilingual (Arabic & English)

Why Commercial Bank?

• Best Performing Bank in Qatar in The Banker's prestigious Top 1000 World Banks Rankings 2025.
• Best Digital Bank in the Middle East 2024 by World Finance and Best Mobile Banking App in the Middle East 2024 by Global Finance.
• An Innovation-Driven, Digital-First Environment where employees work with the latest tools and technologies to redefine banking
• Opportunities for Global Partnerships & International Exposure, connecting employees with global networks and perspectives.
• A focus on Employee Well-being & Work-Life Balance, ensuring a healthy and supportive environment for all team members
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits that ensure our employees are rewarded for their dedication and performance
• A strong Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, fostering a culture that values every individual's unique perspective

At Commercial Bank, we don't just offer careers, We shape futures by pioneering
digital transformation
in Qatar's banking sector,
blending digital-first
approach to redefine banking through
innovative solutions.
Disclaimer
We appreciate your interest in joining CBQ Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process. This job posting is for informational purposes only, and CBQ reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or close it at any time without notice.

TAX Risk Management Consultant

Job Summary:

The Risk Management Function plays a critical role in safeguarding the integrity and efficiency of the system. This position is responsible for leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive risk management framework in TAX Authority, with a specific focus on the unique challenges and opportunities present in GCC region. The ideal candidate possesses in-depth knowledge of regional TAX laws, regulations, and business practices, coupled with a strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and control strategies, who will look after organizational risk, financial risk, operational risk, reputational, cyber risk etc.

Key Responsibilities:

* Risk Assessment and Analysis:

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify, analyze, and prioritize potential risks across all the tax entity functions
• Develop and maintain a risk register, documenting identified risks, their potential impact, likelihood of occurrence, and mitigation strategies.
• Utilize data analytics and other tools to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk mitigation efforts.

* Risk Management Framework Development:

• Develop and implement a risk management framework tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of the GCC region.
• Establish clear risk appetite and tolerance levels in alignment with the entity 's strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Define roles and responsibilities for risk management across the entity, ensuring accountability and ownership at all levels.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance risk awareness and understanding among the entity employees.

* Control Design and Implementation:

• Design and implement effective internal controls to mitigate identified risks and ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to integrate risk management considerations into business processes and decision-making.
• Experience with integration with external entities that feed into the risk model
• Regularly review and update control procedures to adapt to evolving risks and regulatory changes.

* Compliance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor compliance with tax laws and regulations, identifying and addressing any instances of non-compliance.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive reporting system to provide timely and accurate information on risk exposure and mitigation activities.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management and other stakeholders, highlighting key risk areas and recommending appropriate actions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field.
• Master's degree or professional certification in risk management is preferred.
• Experience with statistics or econometrics models.
• 15+ years proven experience in a risk management role within a tax or related organization.
• in-depth knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and business practices in the GCC region.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and control strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in English language, Arabic Language is advantageous.

Are you a seasoned risk professional ready to take your expertise to the next level? We're looking for a Risk Management Consultant with deep knowledge of Enterprise Risk and Business Continuity frameworks to help strengthen our strategic capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of the Enterprise Risk Management and Business Continuity Management Frameworks, aligned with international standards and organizational objectives.
• Conduct strategic risk assessments supported by robust control mechanism testing to verify mitigation effectiveness.
• Define and assess strategic risk control mechanisms.
• Assist in the development of Strategic Risk Treatment Plans for high and very high-risk areas, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Maintain a timely and accurate Strategic Risk Register, reflecting current risk status, treatment actions, and review dates.
• Develop and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for high and very high-risk categories to support early warning systems and proactive management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in Enterprise Risk Management, Business Continuity, or Governance roles.
• Strong knowledge of international risk standards (e.g., ISO 31000, COSO ERM Framework, ISO
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining strategic risk frameworks and registers.
• Skilled in risk assessment methodologies, control testing, and key risk indicator development.
• Strong analytical thinking, reporting, and communication skills.
• Professional certifications such as CRMP, ISO 31000 Certified Risk Manager, CBCI, or IRM Certificate in Risk Management are an advantage.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Risk Management Coordinator within Supervision Engineering to oversee and implement effective risk management strategies across engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in identifying, analyzing, mitigating, and monitoring risks associated with large-scale construction or infrastructure projects. This role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent coordination skills, and a proven track record in risk management in engineering supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive risk management frameworks for supervision engineering projects.
• Identify, assess, and document project risks, including technical, financial, operational, and safety-related risks.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Monitor and report on risk exposure, progress of mitigation plans, and any emerging risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct risk workshops and training sessions for project teams to enhance awareness and proactive risk management.
• Review and evaluate contracts, designs, and project specifications to ensure risks are properly addressed.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to communicate risk-related issues and ensure compliance with project and organizational standards.
• Maintain risk registers, dashboards, and reports for senior management review.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers or risk management staff.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in supervision engineering with a strong focus on risk management.
• Formal training of certification in risk management (Eg: PMI- RMP, ISO 31000 or equivalent recognized credentials)
• Proven experience in managing risks in large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Excellent understanding of risk assessment methodologies, project management principles, and engineering supervision practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in risk management tools, project management software, and MS Office Suite.

Job Type: Full-time

Location

Doha, Qatar

Experience

4

Job Type

Recruitment

Job Description

The Risk Management Specialist is responsible for supporting the implementation and maintenance of risk management framework. This includes identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating risks across departments and projects to minimize potential losses. The role involves collaborating with internal teams and senior management to develop and apply risk-related strategies, policies, and procedures.

3. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To

Head of Risk Management

Supervises

None

4. KEY DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic:

• Contribute to the development of company strategies and project plans by identifying and highlighting key risks associated with various initiatives.
• Support the establishment of an integrated risk management framework that aligns with industry best practices and organizational needs.

Operational:

• Adherence to quality, health & Safety, Information security and business continuity policies.
• Assist in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies and action plans, including policy updates, process improvements, and contingency planning.
• Support the development of risk management system, including methodologies for risk identification, escalation, mitigation, and follow-up.
• Maintain the annual risk register and coordinate with departments to assign risk owners and monitor mitigation efforts.
• Prepare and present risk reports to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting significant risks and mitigation progress.
• Assist in creating risk-related metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Contribute to the development and review of departmental policies and procedures to ensure effective controls.
• Help design operational risk reporting formats and templates.
• Support project teams in establishing project-level risk management systems and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and monitor mitigation activities to ensure timely and effective execution.
• Promote a risk-aware culture through communication, training, performance measurement, and change management initiatives.
• Coordinate and support training sessions to enhance risk management capabilities across departments.
• Perform any other ad-hoc duties relevant to the role as assigned by the line manager.

People:

• Support the performance management process and its integration with learning and development, compensation, promotion, and career planning.
• Contribute to departmental talent development initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues to foster continuous improvement.

5. WORk INTERACTIONS:

Internal:

• Head of Risk Management
• All Employees

External:

• Key vendors and contractors
• Regulators and governmental authorities
• All relevant stakeholders

6. Key Performance indicators (KPIs)

• % of staff trained in critical risk management techniques and awareness
• % of incidents occurred due to unidentified risks

• % of risks identified and controlled

• Degree of compliance with the risk management budget and plan

• Degree of effectiveness of risk management guidelines and response actions
• Degre of accuracy and completeness of risk registers

7. PROFILE: QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or any related discipline is preferred.
• Post graduate degree such as MSc, MBA or PGD in a relevant discipline will be preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience is preferred.
• Excellent command of English & Arabic languages is preferred.
  Proficient in MS Office tools.

Functional Competencies:

• Expert knowledge of Risk Management systems including tracking and mitigation planning
• Expertise in root cause analysis methodologies for business risks and issues
• In-depth and expert knowledge of statutory and internal financial management standards
• Sound understanding of IT systems opportunities, risks, and limitations.
• Sound knowledge of all Al Awalia's internal operational and business processes

Behavioural Competencies:

• Idea and initiative development
• Collaboration and team player
• Professionalism - commitment to ethical standards and Integrity
• Proactive
• Customer focus
• Leadership and people management

Location

Doha, Qatar

Experience

Job Type

Recruitment

Job Description

Responsibilities :

• Support in developing and implementing Enterprise Risk Management strategy, policy, and relevant procedures, processes, and tools.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the client's Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework, including policies, procedures, and processes.
• Assist in developing risk treatment strategies and plans, and ensure timely implementation with concerned stakeholders, monitoring their effectiveness.
• Monitor compliance and effectiveness of risk policies and processes, and prepare reports on results.
• Define and quantify the client's risk appetite and tolerances, providing recommendations for validation.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Operations or related field is required.
• A certification in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution (i.e. Risk Management, Risk Management and Mitigation, RIMS - CRMP) is preferred