Head of Wealth Risk, UAE and Middle East

HSBC is seeking a senior risk professional to join their team as Head of Wealth Risk, UAE and Middle East. This role provides independent, forward-looking oversight and challenge across financial and non-financial risks for the Wealth business in UAE and MENAT, ensuring sustainable growth and adherence to risk appetite and regulatory expectations.

The Head of Wealth Risk acts as a trusted advisor to the MENAT IWPB CRO, represents Wealth Risk in key governance forums, and is accountable for effective risk governance, escalation, transformation, and reporting. Join HSBC to open up a world of opportunity.

Company Overview

HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organizations, serving approximately 41 million customers worldwide. With a network spanning 56 countries and territories, HSBC leverages its unique expertise to help customers capture opportunities. The company is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees are valued.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Masters Degree
• Experience: 10 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Own the aggregated Wealth risk view for UAE/MENAT, including top and emerging risks, risk appetite, and key indicators.
• Provide independent input and challenge to governance forums to execute the Risk Strategy and Risk Appetite.
• Oversee the launch and ongoing management of investment and wealth products, services, and distribution journeys.
• Provide oversight guidance on the implementation and effectiveness of risk management procedures and controls across Wealth.
• Lead the development and deployment of Wealth Risk resources, building a high-performing and inclusive team.

Requirements

• Post-graduate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Law or a related field.
• Fluency in spoken and written business English.
• Experience in more than one technical risk discipline.
• Significant senior risk leadership experience in private banking, wealth management or a comparable regulated financial-services environment.
• Strong understanding of investment and wealth products, product governance, and distribution frameworks.
• Deep knowledge of risk governance, risk appetite, the Risk Management Framework, and financial and non-financial risk policies.

Benefits

• Opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment.
• A workplace that fosters continuous professional development.
• Flexible working and opportunities to grow within the company.
• Contribute to a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count.