Program Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced
Program Manager
with a strong background in
Credit Risk Management
and hands-on experience delivering end-to-end programs in areas of credit risk and compliance portfolio.

The ideal candidate must have prior experience in the
banking sector within the UAE
, with a solid understanding of both
technical and functional requirements
.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the successful end-to-end delivery of complex, risk-based programs within the credit risk domain.
  
  
• Manage multiple projects under the risk and compliance portfolio (AML, KYC, Risk Assessment, Fraud Control, etc.).
  
  
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks: CBUAE standards, Basel III, IFRS 9, ICAAP
• Familiarity with risk systems: Moody's, ACTICO, SAS Risk, Oracle FCCM, Experian, etc.
  
  
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with business and technical objectives.
  
  
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels and maintain clear and effective communication throughout the program lifecycle.
  
  
• Proactively identify risks, issues, and bottlenecks, and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are in place.
  
  
• Provide regular updates, dashboards, and reports to senior leadership.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations throughout the program execution.
  
  
• Challenge assumptions and raise concerns where program performance or compliance is at risk.
  
  
• Lead by example and foster a culture of accountability and transparency.
  
  

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 15–18 years of total industry experience with a proven track record in program and project management.
  
  
• Strong domain expertise in
  Credit Risk Management
  and
  Risk-Based Projects
  .
  
  
• Mandatory work experience in the
  banking sector in the UAE
  .
  
  
• Solid
  technical background
  (preferably IT-related), with the ability to understand and bridge technical and business requirements.
  
  
• Familiarity with
  technology jargons
  and system integration processes.
  
  
• Excellent
  stakeholder management
  and
  communication skills
  .
  
  
• Ability to confidently
  challenge opinions
  , raise red flags when necessary, and influence key decisions.
  
  
• Strong personality with a solution-oriented approach and leadership presence.
  
  
• Certifications such as
  PMP
  ,
  PRINCE2
  , or equivalent in project/program management are highly desirable.