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Compliance Manager

Confidential Careers
Abu Dhabi, UAE
fulltime
Mid-Senior
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Overview

A leading diversified group is seeking a

Compliance Manager

to establish, oversee, and enhance group-wide compliance frameworks across multiple business units.

The role will ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies while promoting a strong culture of ethics, governance, and risk awareness across the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a group-wide compliance framework aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with UAE laws, regulatory bodies, and internal governance policies across all entities
  • Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and implement mitigation plans
  • Design and maintain policies, procedures, and controls across the group
  • Lead internal compliance reviews, audits, and investigations, including follow-up on identified gaps
  • Act as the primary point of contact with regulators and external auditors where required
  • Provide ongoing advisory support to business units on compliance-related matters
  • Deliver training and awareness programs to ensure a strong compliance culture across the organization
  • Track and report on compliance KPIs, breaches, and remediation plans to senior leadership
  • Support implementation of AML, KYC, data protection, and corporate governance standards where applicable
  • Stay up to date with regulatory changes and assess their impact on the group’s operations

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
  • Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CRCM, or equivalent are preferred
  • 10 years of experience in compliance, risk, or governance roles
  • Proven experience within a diversified group, holding company, or multi-entity environment
  • Strong understanding of UAE regulatory landscape (e.g., ADGM, DIFC, Central Bank, sector-specific regulators)
  • Experience working across multiple industries (e.g., investments, real estate, energy, retail, or financial services) is highly advantageous

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