Director of Compliance
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About the Role
About the Role: We are seeking a seasoned Director of Compliance to lead our compliance function in the United Arab Emirates. The ideal candidate will have deep regulatory knowl.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance framework aligned with UAE regulations and international standards
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate regulatory and operational risks
- Monitor, interpret, and communicate changes in the regulatory environment to senior leadership and business units
- Oversee preparation and delivery of compliance reports to regulators, board members, and executive management
- Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, external auditors, and key internal stakeholders
- Provide expert guidance and training to business units on compliance policies, procedures, and best practices
- Lead internal investigations and remediation activities for compliance breaches
- Drive continuous improvement of compliance processes and systems through data analysis and performance metrics
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- 12+ years of progressive compliance, risk management, or regulatory experience in the UAE or GCC region
- In depth knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks, including Central Bank regulations, ADGM/DIFC rules, and relevant AML/CFT laws
- Proven technical expertise in risk analysis and compliance reporting
- Demonstrated ability to manage senior stakeholders and influence across functions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex regulatory requirements
- Strong analytical thinking and problem solving abilities
- Experience leading compliance teams and managing cross functional projects
- Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, CRCM, CCEP, or equivalent
- Experience in the banking, financial services, or insurance sectors
- Familiarity with global regulatory standards (e.g., Basel III, FATF)
Full Job Posting
About the Role
- We are seeking a seasoned Director of Compliance to lead our compliance function in the United Arab Emirates.
- The ideal candidate will have deep regulatory knowledge, strong risk analysis capabilities, and proven experience managing stakeholder relationships.
- This role will oversee all compliance activities, drive reporting and analytics, and ensure adherence to UAE and international regulations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance framework aligned with UAE regulations and international standards
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate regulatory and operational risks
- Monitor, interpret, and communicate changes in the regulatory environment to senior leadership and business units
- Oversee preparation and delivery of compliance reports to regulators, board members, and executive management
- Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, external auditors, and key internal stakeholders
- Provide expert guidance and training to business units on compliance policies, procedures, and best practices
- Lead internal investigations and remediation activities for compliance breaches
- Drive continuous improvement of compliance processes and systems through data analysis and performance metrics
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- 12+ years of progressive compliance, risk management, or regulatory experience in the UAE or GCC region
- In depth knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks, including Central Bank regulations, ADGM/DIFC rules, and relevant AML/CFT laws
- Proven technical expertise in risk analysis and compliance reporting
- Demonstrated ability to manage senior stakeholders and influence across functions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex regulatory requirements
- Strong analytical thinking and problem solving abilities
- Experience leading compliance teams and managing cross functional projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, CRCM, CCEP, or equivalent
- Experience in the banking, financial services, or insurance sectors
- Familiarity with global regulatory standards (e.g., Basel III, FATF)
- Proficiency in Arabic and English
- Experience implementing compliance technology solutions
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