Strategy and Risk Director

Michael Page

An exciting opportunity to assess and deliver plans on global investment opportunities

Lead conversations on opportunity development including acquisitions, greenfield set ups, joint ventures and significantly sized partnerships on a global scale
Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework that will identify, categorise, prioritise and mitigate potential risks that could impact the business.
Implement a robust risk monitoring and reporting system, this involves establishing processes to track and monitor identified risks and report them to relevant stakeholders.
Negotiate contractual terms to manage risk, acquiring insurance, or diversifying the investment portfolio
Monitor industry trends, regulations and geopolitical developments to identify potential risks and opportunities for the company
Monitor the performance of existing investments and identify emerging risks

Exciting opportunity to join an ambitious entity with significant growth plans|Excellent exposure to strategic investments

A minimum of a bachelor's degree from a reputable university; Masters / MBA preferred
Proven ability to develop strategies and actionable plans to forecast required infrastructure to realise full return on investments
Proven track record of success in developing and implementing an enterprise risk management strategy in a fast-paced dynamic environment
15+ years of experience within strategy development and risk management, preferably within the natural resources or advisory industry
Strong understanding of the global natural resources landscape, key market trends, and relevant regulations
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong ability to identify and assess potential risks and opportunities
Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse international stakeholders

An ambitious multi-billion dollar start-up in the UAE