11 Risk Management jobs in Qatar

Purpose : The Risk Management Specialist is responsible for implementing the organization’s risk management framework, ensuring the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks that may impact strategic and operational objectives. The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices while embedding risk awareness within the organization.

Job Summary : The Risk Management Specialist is responsible for conducting risk assessments, implementing mitigation strategies, developing risk reports, and ensuring compliance with ISO 31000. This role plays a key part in embedding a proactive risk management culture and enhancing resilience by integrating risk frameworks into business operations.

Main Responsibilities & Tasks

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for enterprise, operational, and project-based risks, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation.
• Obtain, assess, and continuously monitor risk treatment plans, ensuring effectiveness and timely execution.
• Assist the Executive Director (ED) in engaging with senior leadership to align risk management strategies with organizational objectives.
• Ensure full alignment with ISO 31000, corporate governance frameworks, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and maintain the risk management framework in accordance with organizational governance policies and external regulatory bodies.
• Develop risk management training materials and conduct workshops to enhance awareness across the organization.
• Foster a risk-aware culture by embedding risk considerations into daily operations and decision-making.
• Analyze past incidents, near misses, and emerging risks to enhance the organization’s risk management framework.
• Implement lessons learned and update risk controls to improve resilience and prevent recurrence.
• Assess fraud risks, financial exposures, and oversee the implementation of internal controls to mitigate financial and reputational losses.
• Support in assessing fraud prevention frameworks, including detection and reporting mechanisms.
• Utilize risk analytics tools to enhance predictive capabilities and support data-driven decision-making.
• Develop risk indicators (KRIs) and risk dashboards for real-time monitoring and reporting.
• Support the ED in Board, BAC, and BEC risk reporting, ensuring visibility on strategic risks impacting governance.
• Assist in defining, maintaining, and periodically reviewing risk appetite statements.
• Develop and maintain risk dashboards, reports, and key insights for senior leadership and governance committees.
• Ensure seamless integration of risk management with Operational Management, Internal Audit, and Board Committees for effective oversight.
• Note that job descriptions are written to reflect major responsibilities and may not include all tasks performed by an individual.
• The incumbent shall perform any additional related duties assigned by the respective line manager to meet operational requirements.
• The incumbent shall ensure the highest standards are followed to safeguard the sensitive and confidential data of the organization.

Minimum Required Qualifications, Certificates & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, IT, or a related field.
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in risk management or internal audit, either with Big 4 consulting firms or equivalent experience of 7-8 years in a similar role.

Any relevant certification or training such as :

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Canonical is seeking a Security Risk Management Specialist to lead security risk assessments, modelling, and risk management practices. In security risk management we aim to combine industry best practice with innovation in how we perform security risk assessments and modelling. The security risk management team is the primary owner of the strategy and practices for identifying, tracking, and reducing security risk across Canonical's products, services, and operations.

To support this, we apply industry best practices with threat information to promote risk identification, quantification, impact analysis, and modelling to drive decision making. In this role you will help establish and execute a broad strategic vision for the security risk program at Canonical. You will work within the team and cross-functionally with other teams across the organisation. The team contributes requirements for Canonical product security, improving the resilience of Ubuntu customers and users against cyber threats. The team also collaborates with Organisational Learning and Development to develop playbooks and facilitate security training across Canonical.

The security risk management team's mission is not only to secure Canonical, but also to contribute to the security of the wider open source ecosystem. They might share knowledge through public presentations and industry events, and share threat intelligence with the wider community or represent Canonical in sector-specific governance bodies.

• Define Canonical's security risk management standards and playbooks
• Analyse and improve Canonical's security risk practices
• Evaluate, select and implement new security requirements, tools and practices
• Grow the presence and thought leadership of Canonical security risk management practice
• Develop Canonical security risk learning and development materials
• Work with Security leadership to present information and influence change
• Participate in developing key risk indicators, provide inputs to the development of key control indicators, and key performance indicators for various programs
• Apply statistical models to risk frameworks (such as FAIR, sensitivity analysis, and others)
• Participate in risk management, decision-making, and collaborative discussions
• Lead quantified risk assessments and understand the value of qualitative data for improvements to quality and engineering processes
• Interpret internal or external cyber security risk analyses in business terms and recommend a responsible course of action
• Develop templates and materials to help with self-service risk management actions
• Monitor and identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of risk management processes
• Launch campaigns to perform security assessments and help mitigate security risks across the company
• Build evaluation methods and performance indicators to measure efficiency of security functions and capabilities

• An exceptional academic track record
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
• Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
• Deep personal motivation to be at the forefront of technology security
• Leadership and management ability
• Excellent business English writing and presentation skills
• Problem-solver with excellent communication skills, a deep technical understanding of security assessments and risk management
• Expertise in threat modelling and risk management frameworks
• Broad knowledge of how to operationalize the management of security risk
• Experience in Secure Development Lifecycle and Security by Design methodology

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

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Location: Doha, Doha, Qatar

• Assist in the development and implementation of the ERM framework and annual risk objectives aligned with organizational goals.
• Support the risk assessment and monitoring processes in relation to the annual business plan and strategic priorities.

Policies, Procedures & Governance :

• Ensure timely development, updating, and implementation of ERM policies, systems, and procedures.
• Contribute to the creation and review of related policies including Product Governance and Major Risk Policies.
• Monitor adherence to approved policies, processes, and controls to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Coordinate with departments to compile and maintain key risk reports and documentation, such as ORSA (Own Risk and Solvency Assessment), ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support the identification, analysis, and escalation of emerging risks and key exposures across the organization.

Special Projects & Investigations :

• Participate in deep dives, investigations, and special projects to evaluate and address departmental and enterprise-level risk exposures.
• Provide input into corporate-level risk mitigation plans and ensure risks remain within defined appetites.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelors Degree preferably in Risk, Business Administration , or other governance-related areas such as Audit, Accounting, or Compliance .
• 6 to 10 years of relevant experience in Risk Management and the Insurance sector .
• Risk Management certification (e.g., CRM, IRM, FRM) is preferred but not essential.

• Assist in the development and implementation of the ERM framework and annual risk objectives aligned with organizational goals.
• Support the risk assessment and monitoring processes in relation to the annual business plan and strategic priorities.

Policies, Procedures & Governance :

• Ensure timely development, updating, and implementation of ERM policies, systems, and procedures.
• Contribute to the creation and review of related policies including Product Governance and Major Risk Policies.
• Monitor adherence to approved policies, processes, and controls to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Coordinate with departments to compile and maintain key risk reports and documentation, such as ORSA (Own Risk and Solvency Assessment), ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support the identification, analysis, and escalation of emerging risks and key exposures across the organization.

Special Projects & Investigations :

• Participate in deep dives, investigations, and special projects to evaluate and address departmental and enterprise-level risk exposures.
• Provide input into corporate-level risk mitigation plans and ensure risks remain within defined appetites.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelors Degree preferably in Risk, Business Administration , or other governance-related areas such as Audit, Accounting, or Compliance .
• 6 to 10 years of relevant experience in Risk Management and the Insurance sector .
• Risk Management certification (e.g., CRM, IRM, FRM) is preferred but not essential.

KPMG has had a presence in Qatar for nearly 47 years. We opened for business in Qatar in 1977 and are now one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the country.

KPMG in Qatar employs over 400 professional staff and partners. We recruit the best and brightest from around the world and currently employ 30 nationalities. For our clients, this means we provide Audit, Tax and Advisory services locally, drawing on the latest thinking and best practice from around the world.

KPMG's Advisory practice is one of the largest Advisory businesses worldwide and the major growth area for our organization. Our services are focused on providing professional advisory services to different suites of clients ranging from financial services, aviation, public sector amongst others. Our Advisory teams support businesses as they restructure and expand, whether organically or by acquisition. We help them to become more efficient and provide support as they adapt to the challenges posed by a rapidly changing business environment.

Enterprise Risk Services can help organizations transform risk into enduring competitive advantage while navigating your most complex business issues. Drawing on our deep knowledge and industry insights, we can help you analyze risk, create value, and strategically manage outcomes for success. We help align your risk appetite with desired returns while applying a forward-thinking, global mindset to corporate strategy and culture.

Manages one or more client engagements or components of large-scale engagements of moderate complexity. Provides technical knowledge, coaching and training to junior team members. Ensures effective engagement management by achieving the required realization, revenue and profitability targets. May participate in day-to-day management of team on engagements including coaching, providing constructive feedback and performance development. This role also has an increased focus on business development and building networks.

• Develop the market and generate business
• Be part of setting the business strategy with the director and the partner
• Lead and manage a team of risk consultants to deliver exceptional client service and value.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understand their business needs, and provide tailored risk management solutions to meet their objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the development of risk appetites, risk assessments and risk mitigation plans.
• Developed risk management dashboards.
• Support in providing risk management solutions to clients.
• Work on other services such as governance, internal control, internal audit and compliance.
• Contribute to business development efforts.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, regulations, and emerging risks to provide thought leadership and insights to clients and the firm.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field. MBA or relevant post-graduate qualifications are a plus.
• Professional certification such as PRM, FRM, CPA, CFA, CIA, or relevant industry certifications preferred. ISO 31000 is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in risk management consulting, preferably within a Big 4 or similar professional services firm.
• Worked on large risk management projects, preferably in the GCC and across several industries mainly government and public sector.
• Worked on other consulting projects such as policies and procedures, internal control, governance and compliance.

About KPMG Qatar:

KPMG has had a presence in Qatar for nearly 47 years. We opened for business in Qatar in 1977 and are now one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the country.

KPMG in Qatar employs over 400 professional staff and partners. We recruit the best and brightest from around the world and currently employ 30 nationalities. For our clients, this means we provide Audit, Tax and Advisory services locally, drawing on the latest thinking and best practice from around the world.

KPMG's Advisory practice is one of the largest Advisory businesses worldwide and the major growth area for our organization. Our services are focused on providing professional advisory services to different suites of clients ranging from financial services, aviation, public sector amongst others. Our Advisory teams support businesses as they restructure and expand, whether organically or by acquisition. We help them to become more efficient and provide support as they adapt to the challenges posed by a rapidly changing business environment.

Enterprise Risk Services can help organizations transform risk into enduring competitive advantage while navigating your most complex business issues. Drawing on our deep knowledge and industry insights, we can help you analyze risk, create value, and strategically manage outcomes for success. We help align your risk appetite with desired returns while applying a forward-thinking, global mindset to corporate strategy and culture.

Manages one or more client engagements or components of large-scale engagements of moderate complexity. Provides technical knowledge, coaching and training to junior team members. Ensures effective engagement management by achieving the required realization, revenue and profitability targets. May participate in day-to-day management of team on engagements including coaching, providing constructive feedback and performance development. This role also has an increased focus on business development and building networks.

• Develop the market and generate business
• Be part of setting the business strategy with the director and the partner
• Lead and manage a team of risk consultants to deliver exceptional client service and value.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understand their business needs, and provide tailored risk management solutions to meet their objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the development of risk appetites, risk assessments and risk mitigation plans.
• Developed risk management dashboards.
• Support in providing risk management solutions to clients.
• Work on other services such as governance, internal control, internal audit and compliance.
• Contribute to business development efforts.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, regulations, and emerging risks to provide thought leadership and insights to clients and the firm.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field. MBA or relevant post-graduate qualifications are a plus.
• Professional certification such as PRM, FRM, CPA, CFA, CIA, or relevant industry certifications preferred. ISO 31000 is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in risk management consulting, preferably within a Big 4 or similar professional services firm.
• Worked on large risk management projects, preferably in the GCC and across several industries mainly government and public sector.
• Worked on other consulting projects such as policies and procedures, internal control, governance and compliance.