Head of Risk Management- FX/CFD- Dubai/Hybrid/WFH

Role Summary

We are working on a confidential Head of Risk Management opportunity with an FX/CFD brokerage that’s expanding its global presence and establishing its Dubai operation. We are seeking an experienced Head of Risk Management to lead and strengthen their global risk framework. This senior leadership position is responsible for protecting the firm's financial stability while driving sustainable business growth within the Forex and CFD brokerage industry.

Location & Work Mode

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Preferred) with hybrid and work-from-home flexibility available.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and execute the company's overall risk management strategy
2. Oversee market, liquidity, operational, and counterparty risk across all trading activities
3. Manage A-Book, B-Book, and Hybrid execution models to optimize profitability and risk exposure
4. Monitor client flow, toxic trading behavior, and trading performance
5. Design and implement hedging strategies with liquidity providers
6. Define exposure limits, leverage policies, and risk controls across all trading instruments
7. Produce daily, weekly, and monthly executive risk reports
8. Lead risk assessment during major market events, high volatility, and crisis situations
9. Collaborate closely with the Dealing, Compliance, Finance, and Executive Management teams
10. Build and mentor a high-performing risk management team

Required Qualifications

1. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Forex/CFD brokerage risk management
2. Strong understanding of A-Book/B-Book models and exposure management
3. Hands-on experience with MT5 Manager, PrimeXM, Centroid, oneZero, or similar trading infrastructure
4. Deep knowledge of hedging, liquidity management, and institutional trading operations
5. Strong analytical and decision-making skills under pressure
6. Excellent leadership and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience managing global brokerage operations
2. Knowledge of FIX API connectivity and liquidity aggregation
3. Experience working with multiple liquidity providers and institutional counterparties