Enterprise Risk Manager

About the role

A leading construction group in Abu Dhabi, represented by a consultant, is looking for an experienced Enterprise Risk Manager to oversee and strengthen its enterprise-wide risk management framework. The role covers strategic, financial, operational, commercial and compliance risks, with a focus on risk governance and alignment with the organisation's business strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework across the organisation.
• Identify, assess and monitor strategic, financial, operational, commercial and compliance risks.
• Establish and maintain risk registers, risk matrices and mitigation plans.
• Conduct risk assessments across business units, projects, procurement and corporate functions.
• Collaborate with senior management, department heads and stakeholders to implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and identify emerging risks.
• Prepare and present risk reports and recommendations to executive management and senior leadership.
• Strengthen internal controls, corporate governance and risk policies.
• Support business continuity, crisis management and resilience initiatives.
• Align risk practices with international frameworks and best practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10-15 years of experience in Enterprise Risk Management, Corporate Risk or Group Risk Management.
• Experience in construction, engineering, infrastructure, real estate or large diversified organisations is highly preferred.
• Proven track record of building and implementing enterprise-wide risk frameworks.
• Previous exposure to executive management and Board-level reporting.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of ISO 31000, COSO ERM or equivalent frameworks.
• Experience with risk registers, risk assessments, mitigation strategies and KRIs.
• Strong stakeholder management, analytical and strategic thinking.