Compliance Manager

About The Role

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies and procedures in line with UAE regulations
• Monitor changes in local and international regulatory environments and advise senior management on implications
• Lead and manage cross-functional compliance projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to objectives
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and audits; coordinate remediation efforts for identified issues
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, responding to inquiries and facilitating inspections
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance best practices and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and present regular compliance reports to executive leadership

Required Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, or a related field within the UAE or GCC region
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring compliance teams (non-technical)
• Technical expertise in UAE regulatory frameworks, including AML, KYC, and data protection laws
• Strong project management skills, with track record of delivering complex compliance initiatives on time and within scope (non-technical)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as CAMS, CCEP, or equivalent
• Experience with international compliance standards (e.g., ISO 19600/37301)
• Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s in Law, Compliance, or Business)
• Prior experience in the financial services or energy sector in the Middle East
• Proficiency in Arabic language