Director Compliance Officer

💼 Director, Compliance OfficerLocation: United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time🌟 About the RoleWe’re looking for an experienced, strategic, and detail-oriented Director, Compliance Officer to lead and strengthen our organisation’s compliance and regulatory functions 😊In this role, you’ll oversee compliance programmes, assess regulatory risks, develop internal policies, and work closely with senior management, legal, risk, audit, and business teams. You’ll help ensure the organisation maintains high standards of regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and ethical conduct 🚀🛠 Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement the organisation’s compliance strategy and frameworkLead compliance monitoring, risk assessments, testing, and reporting activitiesIdentify, assess, and mitigate regulatory and operational compliance risks 🔍Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, controls, and governance standardsMonitor changes in UAE laws, regulations, and relevant industry requirementsAdvise senior management and business leaders on compliance obligations and regulatory developmentsOversee AML/KYC, sanctions, anti-bribery, conflict-of-interest, and other applicable compliance programmesCoordinate internal and external compliance audits and regulatory reviewsInvestigate potential compliance breaches and oversee corrective and remediation actionsPrepare compliance reports, risk assessments, dashboards, and management presentations 📊Maintain compliance registers, records, documentation, and regulatory correspondenceDevelop and deliver compliance training and awareness programmesWork closely with Legal, Risk, Internal Audit, Finance, HR, IT, and business teamsEstablish appropriate compliance KPIs and monitor the effectiveness of controlsLead and mentor compliance professionals and promote a strong culture of integrity 🔐Escalate significant regulatory or compliance issues to executive leadership and the Board when appropriateSupport continuous improvement of the organisation’s governance, risk, and compliance framework✅ What We’re Looking ForExtensive experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, audit, legal, or governanceStrong knowledge of compliance frameworks, internal controls, and regulatory requirementsExcellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skillsStrong understanding of AML/KYC, sanctions, anti-bribery, and regulatory risk where applicableExcellent communication and stakeholder-management abilitiesProven experience advising senior management on complex compliance mattersStrong leadership and team-management capabilitiesHigh level of integrity, independence, confidentiality, and professional judgementAbility to manage multiple regulatory priorities in a fast-paced environment 🌟🎓 QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, Compliance, Accounting, or a related fieldProfessional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CCEP, CFE, or equivalent are highly desirableSignificant experience in compliance, risk, regulatory, audit, AML/KYC, or corporate governanceExperience working with regulators, auditors, or highly regulated organisations is advantageousKnowledge of the UAE regulatory environment is strongly preferred💡 Why Join Us?Opportunity to lead and shape the organisation’s compliance functionDirect exposure to senior management and key stakeholdersSupportive and collaborative leadership environment 😊Opportunities for professional development and industry certificationsExposure to regulatory affairs, governance, AML/KYC, risk management, and compliance investigationsOpportunity to build and lead a high-performing compliance teamClear pathway toward senior Compliance Director, Chief Compliance Officer, or Risk leadership roles 🚀📩 How to ApplyReady to take the next step in your compliance leadership career in the UAE? 🚀