Job vacancy Strategy and Risk Director

An ambitious multi-billion dollar start-up in the UAE

• Lead conversations on opportunity development including acquisitions, greenfield set ups, joint ventures and significantly sized partnerships on a global scale
• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework that will identify, categorise, prioritise and mitigate potential risks that could impact the business.
• Implement a robust risk monitoring and reporting system, this involves establishing processes to track and monitor identified risks and report them to relevant stakeholders.
• Negotiate contractual terms to manage risk, acquiring insurance, or diversifying the investment portfolio
• Monitor industry trends, regulations and geopolitical developments to identify potential risks and opportunities for the company
• Monitor the performance of existing investments and identify emerging risks

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree from a reputable university; Masters / MBA preferred
• Proven ability to develop strategies and actionable plans to forecast required infrastructure to realise full return on investments
• Proven track record of success in developing and implementing an enterprise risk management strategy in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• 15+ years of experience within strategy development and risk management, preferably within the natural resources or advisory industry
• Strong understanding of the global natural resources landscape, key market trends, and relevant regulations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong ability to identify and assess potential risks and opportunities
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse international stakeholders