Specialist, Risk

Job Purpose:

• Support the identification, monitoring and reporting of key risks across portfolios, including market, liquidity and counterparty risks
• Assist in the implementation and day-to-day execution of the Risk Management framework and policies
• Contribute to the production of risk reporting and analytics to support investment and risk oversight decisions
• Ensure adherence to internal risk policies and regulatory requirements
• Live and demonstrate the FAB AM values

Key Accountabilities:

• Strong analytical skills and understanding of financial markets and risk concepts
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel; exposure to VBA/Python is a plus)
• Attention to detail and ability to handle large datasets
• Understanding of portfolio risk metrics (e.g., VaR, exposure, stress testing)
• Ability to work collaboratively with investment and support teams
• Support implementation of the company’s risk management framework and controls
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and Investment team on risk-related queries
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting aligned with internal standards
• Assist in preparing materials for committees and governance forums
• Stay updated on regulatory developments and support Compliance with risk requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• Risk exposures and limits monitoring
• Risk reports preparation
• Risk events and breaches identification
• Risk monitoring tools and templates maintenance
• Risk assessments for new products, strategies, and instruments
• Data validation and reconciliation for risk analytics
• +3 Years of Experience 

About Us:
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.
Life at FAB:
Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization
Career Development:
FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.
Our Values:
At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.
Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.