Senior Specialist, Risk Management

ABOUT EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Specialist will support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Group's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Business Continuity Management (BCM) programs across assigned entities. They will execute entity-level risk assessments, reporting, and advisory with a focus on high-quality, tailored deliverables to drive risk maturity within assigned entities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive the identification, communication, measurement and management of Group wide risks.
• Proactively work with Risk Champions to monitor & report the risks, drive risk assessment and analysis to support informed decision making and enhance risk informed execution.
• Facilitate key risk management workshops, reviews, and assessments with key stakeholders, to identify key risk indicators and to ensure their regular monitoring. Identify and advise leadership on risk mitigations.
• Prepare risk reporting tailored to different stakeholders, including reporting of top strategical risks at Group level (including committee meetings).
• Ensure that a comprehensive and continuous risk identification process is in place.
• Monitor the application and effectiveness of risk management processes.
• Conduct trend analysis and emerging risk identification.
• Provide coaching and capacity building for entity risk champions.
• Identify and assess business continuity, operational resilience, and disruption-related risks.
• Recommend appropriate mitigation and resilience measures to reduce business disruption risks.
• Support in Developing and maintain the organization’s Business Continuity Management framework, policies, standards, and procedures.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or related discipline.
• 3-6 years of relevant experience in Enterprise Risk Management.
• Mandatory experience in both:
  • Risk Management
  • Business Continuity Management
• Experience conducting risk assessments and facilitating risk workshops.
• Experience maintaining Risk Registers and monitoring mitigation plans.
• Experience in strategic, operational, financial and project risk management.
• Understanding of business continuity planning, resilience and crisis management.
• Strong analytical, reporting and presentation skills.
• Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

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EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.