Risk And Resilience Consultant

Role Description The Risk and Resilience Consultant is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai. This role is responsible for assessing enterprise risks, designing and implementing risk frameworks, and advising clients on strategies to enhance business resilience. Day-to-day activities include conducting risk assessments and gap analyses, developing risk policies and processes, and preparing clear, concise reports and presentations for client stakeholders. The consultant will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design risk mitigation plans, support implementation of governance and compliance initiatives, and monitor the effectiveness of risk controls. The role also involves engaging with clients to understand their business context, facilitating workshops or training sessions, and contributing to thought leadership and internal knowledge-building in risk and resilience.QualificationsKnowledge of finance and its linkage to risk management, including financial risk, operational risk, and business continuity considerations.Experience in enterprise risk management, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and resilience frameworks.Consulting skills, including client advisory, problem-solving, structured thinking, and stakeholder management.Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly in written and verbal formats to diverse audiences.Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, business, risk management, engineering, economics, or a related field.Relevant professional certifications (e.g., IRMCert, CRM, FRM, CFA, CIA, or similar) are an advantage.Experience in risk or consulting roles within financial services, corporate risk functions, or professional services firms is preferred.