Compliance Officer / Compliance Specialist
International Competition Governance, Risk & Compliance · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Apply & track with Apply EdgeRole DescriptionWe are looking for a Compliance Officer / Compliance Specialist to support regulatory compliance, internal policies, risk management, and ethical business practices. This role involves monitoring compliance activities, reviewing business processes, maintaining documentation, and helping ensure that operations follow applicable laws, regulations, and organizational standards.The Compliance Officer will monitor regulatory requirements, conduct compliance reviews, identify potential risks or violations, and support the implementation of appropriate controls and procedures. You will work with different departments to review documentation, investigate compliance concerns, track corrective actions, and prepare reports for management.The Compliance Specialist will assist with compliance monitoring, policy updates, risk assessments, internal reviews, and regulatory documentation. You will help maintain compliance records, support audits, communicate relevant regulatory changes, and ensure that business activities remain aligned with established policies and procedures.Both roles require strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, integrity, and organizational skills. You will contribute to compliance reporting, risk identification, internal controls, training initiatives, policy improvements, and continuous monitoring while supporting a strong culture of accountability and regulatory awareness.QualificationsBachelor’s degree or diploma in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field.Strong understanding of compliance principles, regulatory requirements, internal controls, and risk management.Ability to review policies, procedures, business processes, and documentation for compliance considerations.Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, anti-money laundering principles, data protection, or financial compliance.Ability to conduct compliance reviews, risk assessments, monitoring activities, and internal investigations.Strong documentation and reporting skills with the ability to maintain accurate compliance records.Familiarity with compliance management systems, audit tools, risk registers, and Microsoft Office applications.Ability to identify potential compliance risks, control weaknesses, inconsistencies, and areas requiring corrective action.Strong analytical, research, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally.Good communication and interpersonal skills when working with management and cross-functional teams.Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple compliance activities.Proactive mindset with an interest in regulatory developments, corporate governance, risk management, ethical business practices, and continuous improvement.