**Role Overview** The Portfolio, Governance and Conduct Risk Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust framework for governance and conduct risk and portfolio management within the bank. This role ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and best practices, fostering a culture of ethical conduct and sound decision-making across the organization. The manager will work closely with various business lines, legal, compliance, and risk management teams to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate governance and conduct risks. **Key Responsibilities** + Design, develop, and implement the bank’s governance and conduct risk framework, policies, procedures, and standards in line with regulatory expectations and industry best practices. + Ensure the framework integrates effectively with the overall enterprise risk management (ERM) framework. + Develop and maintain a robust control environment for governance and conduct risks. + Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential governance and conduct risks inherent in business activities, new products, services, and processes. + Analyze emerging regulatory requirements and industry trends to proactively identify and assess new or evolving governance and conduct risks. + Facilitate workshops and discussions with business units to understand their specific risk profiles and controls. + Establish and monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to governance and conduct risk. + Develop and deliver comprehensive reports on governance and conduct risk exposures, control effectiveness, and mitigation activities to senior management, risk committees, and the Board of Directors. + Oversee the tracking and resolution of governance and conduct risk issues and incidents. + Provide expert advice and guidance to business units and support functions on governance and conduct risk matters, including policy interpretation and control implementation. + Develop and implement conduct-related policies (e.g., conflicts of interest, market conduct, data ethics, employee conduct) and ensure their effective communication and adoption. + Develop and deliver training programs to raise awareness and understanding of governance and conduct risk principles, policies, and expected behaviors across the bank. + Champion a strong risk culture and ethical conduct throughout the organization, promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity. + Stay abreast of changes in global and local regulatory landscapes pertaining to governance and conduct risk. + Assist in preparing for and responding to regulatory examinations and requests related to governance and conduct risk. **Qualifications** **Education** + Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, Economics, or a related field. + Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., FRM, PRM, CAMS, ICA qualifications) are a plus. **Skills & Competencies** + **Regulatory Knowledge:** Understanding of banking regulations, corporate governance principles, and conduct risk expectations. + **Analytical Skills:** Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to synthesize complex information. + **Communication:** Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex risk concepts to diverse audiences, including senior management and regulators. + **Interpersonal Skills:** Strong ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. + **Strategic Thinking:** Ability to think strategically and translate regulatory requirements and risk insights into practical and effective business solutions. + **Project Management:** Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality results. + **Integrity:** Unquestionable integrity and ethical standards. + **Technical Proficiency:** Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience with GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) software is a plus. **Reporting Structure** The Governance and Conduct Risk Manager will have a direct reporting line to MEA Risk Cluster Head and it will be matrix reporting to UAE Chief Risk Officer. ------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family Group:** Risk Management ------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family:** Portfolio Credit Risk Management ------------------------------------------------------ **Time Type:** Full time ------------------------------------------------------ **Most Relevant Skills** Analytical Thinking, Credible Challenge, Governance, Monitoring and Evaluation, Policy and Procedure, Policy and Regulation, Product Knowledge, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment, Risk Remediation. ------------------------------------------------------ **Other Relevant Skills** For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ _Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic 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