Senior Compliance Manager
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About the Role
About j. awan & partners At j. awan & partners, we believe in “challenging the status quo every day”, delivering seamless excellence to our customers across the world.
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About j. awan & partners
At j. awan & partners, we believe in “challenging the status quo every day”, delivering seamless excellence to our customers across the world.
We challenge the status quo by making tailor-made solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients’ business interests and delivering our solutions to their needs with effective simplicity.
We understand that time is precious and as
such our tailor-made solutions are simple to understand, simple to embed and simple to use.
We are a fast-growing international Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Consultancy with our headquarters in the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC).
We also have our own Technology company creating bespoke cutting-edge RegTech solutions.
Our business presence covers multiple jurisdictions with offices in the UAE, KSA, UK & Ireland, Singapore, Porto, Pakistan, Qatar and South Africa.
We provide Regulatory Governance, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Recruitment and Technology services to many clients including global, regional and local financial services institutions, governments and other industry partners.
Mission / Purpose of the Role
The Senior Manager – Compliance role will lead and oversee regulatory compliance and AML/CTF obligations across a portfolio of client mandates within the Region.
The role ensures clients are fully aligned with regulatory expectations by implementing best-in-class compliance frameworks, conducting ongoing monitoring, and serving as the principal regulatory liaison.
Reporting to the Director of Compliance, the role drives business growth by converting existing relationships into new opportunities and supporting the expansion of the compliance practice across our operating jurisdictions.
This position plays a critical role in safeguarding regulatory integrity, strengthening client trust, and elevating JAP’s compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions.
Mission / Outcome
- Act as a trusted outsourced Compliance Officer and MLRO.
- Timely execution of compliance deliverables; clients’ regulatory obligations consistently met.
- Effective communication with Regulators.
- Deliver high-quality Regulatory Compliance and AML services to clients.
- Applications submitted on schedule; licences obtained with minimal Regulator queries or rejections. Positive client feedback. No material regulatory breaches or audit findings.
- Develop and implement robust Compliance and AML frameworks and training programs.
- Policies aligned with regulatory requirements; regular AML and Compliance training conducted, resulting in improved compliance awareness among clients.
- Audit, monitor, and improve compliance processes.
- Regular compliance reviews completed; identified gaps addressed with corrective action; internal controls strengthened.
- Manage and expand the compliance client portfolio while supporting business growth across the Region.
- New business opportunities identified and supported. Strengthened client retention and satisfaction. Growth in brand visibility and market presence.
- Continuously improve compliance and AML/CTF systems.
- Implementation of new processes, tools, or automation; measurable reduction in compliance risks; adoption of industry best practices.
- Strengthen business development and client engagement.
- New client acquisitions; increased market share and revenue from compliance services; successful representation at industry events.
- Contribute to firm culture, brand, and people development.
- Positive internal and external stakeholder feedback. Support in recruitment and retention initiatives. Active mentorship and knowledge sharing within the team.
Regulatory Compliance Delivery
- Provide ongoing compliance and AML support to clients.
- Draft, implement, and manage compliance and AML frameworks.
- Ensure adherence to local and international regulatory requirements.
- Compliance deliverables completed on time.
- Policies and procedures aligned with latest laws.
- No material compliance issues.
Audit & Monitoring
- Coordinate internal/external audits.
- Conduct compliance reviews and spot checks.
- Identify and remediate control weaknesses.
- Compliance reviews completed on schedule.
- Gaps addressed with corrective action.
- Strengthened internal controls.
Training & Awareness
- Deliver training on compliance, AML, and governance topics.
- Build client awareness of emerging regulations and risks.
- Client confirmation of effective and timely training delivery.
- Full client participation with positive feedback.
- Relevant regulatory updates delivered to clients.
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