164 Compliance Officer jobs in the United Arab Emirates

1 Job Title Compliance Officer Group of Companies 2 Job Purpose This is a key role in ensuring all Group Companies comply with all legal and regulatory requirements 3 Key Responsibilities Develop implement and maintain compliance programs Monitor and review company policies operations and contracts to ensure adherence to policies laws and regulations Provide advice on compliancerelated issues and act as a resource for staff Conduct audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance risks Prepare and submit compliance reports to the Group General Counsel management or regulatory bodies Train staff on compliance policies ethics and legal requirements Investigate and resolve compliance issues or violations or any notices received under any of the MSG Group s Policies such as the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics or the Whistleblowing Policy Liaise with regulators auditors and other external stakeholders as needed Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure the company s practices are aligned with changes in the law Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation 4 Skills Qualifications Education Bachelor s degree in Law Business Administration Finance or related field Master s or professional certifications like CCO CRISC or CAMS may be preferred MSG is open to providing support and training as required for the right applicant Experience Previous experience in a compliance role ideally within the manufacturing and or telecoms industry Knowledge Indepth understanding of industry regulations legal requirements and standards as they apply to companies within the MSG Group and understanding of the global equivalents Skills Strong analytical and problemsolving skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to interpret complex regulations and policies Strong communication and interpersonal skills High level of integrity and professionalism 5 Personal Attributes Strong ethical standards Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion Ability to work independently and in a team Proactive in identifying potential risks or issues before they arise Strong organizational and timemanagement skills Robustness and determination in pursuit of compliance 6 Reporting Structure Reports to Group General Counsel Liaises with legal department senior management external auditors 7 Working Conditions Officebased in Dubai or remote work as approved and compliance clinic onsite at the Group Companies OfficesFulltime Parttime Contractual position 8 Salary Benefits Based on Experience Forward detailed resume to itctalents at gmail com

Compliance Officer • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Joining Mirabaud means entering an entrepreneurial and innovative environment. With the 7th generation of the Mirabaud family working within the bank, the culture is that of a family business. With over 750 employees based in 10 countries worldwide, Mirabaud offers opportunities to develop one’s career across an international network of 16 offices.

Job Description

• Verification, independently and autonomously, that Mirabaud (Middle East) Limited (MMEL) has all necessary internal processes and procedures that meet the objective of preventing violation of the anti-financial crime, counter-terrorist financing, sanctions, tax, and other financial crime prevention regulations which apply to MMEL and its business activities.
• Identifying financial crime risk management rules and regulations on an ongoing basis and assessing applicability to MMEL.
• Measuring and evaluating the impact of rules and regulations relating to financial crime risk management on internal processes and procedures and taking appropriate action based on relevant outcomes.
• Ensuring that internal Anti-Financial Crime Risk management policies and procedures are complied with.
• Proposing organizational and procedural modifications (when necessary) and ensuring implementation and verifying the effectiveness of the organizational changes recommended for financial crime risk mitigation purposes.
• Providing advice and guidance on due diligence on new and existing clients and counterparties as part of the client onboarding, transaction evaluation, and execution activities of MMEL including but not limited to financial crime and reputational risks.
• Providing advice and assistance to senior management and other structures of MMEL in the areas of financial crime risk management.
• Providing advice and assistance on all matters of significance from an anti-financial crime risk management perspective.
• Ensuring compliance by MMEL with local laws and regulations in force concerning anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing and the handling of sanctions and embargoes and arranging, in accordance with the competent corporate units, appropriate initiatives with regard to any identified gaps/issues.
• Coordinating and implementing an anti-financial crime risk management training program for MMEL.
• Assisting management with developing and maintaining an effective anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing compliance culture.
• Conducting and coordinating the performance of payment screening and transaction monitoring activities.
• Reviewing and approving MMEL payment activities including domestic and cross-border fund transfers.
• Conducting and coordinating the performance of sanctions screening on legal entities, related representatives, and ultimate beneficial owners as well as parties involved in client or counterparty transactions.
• Managing investigations for potential suspicious activities and transactions and issuing reports relating to outcomes.
• Managing engagement with internal audit in relation to financial crime risk management and overseeing the implementation of remedial actions relating to such audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Management, or Legal.
• 5-10 years' experience in Wealth Management, Banking, Private Banking, or Fiduciary.
• Impeccable communication and presentation skills, both verbal and in writing in English; any other language is an asset.
• Ability to think ahead (foresee potential risks and problems), ambition paired with patience, humility, and good listening skills, solutions curator, confident in taking responsibility, using initiative and being innovative, proactive, self-motivated, intellectually curious, team spirit, service-oriented, and helpful.

Additional Information

• Family-friendly and dynamic environment.
• Direct impact on the business, no matter your position or seniority.
• Work in an environment that encourages autonomy and entrepreneurship.
• Flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
• Variety of cultural and sporting activities during your free time.
• Inclusion and equal treatment.
• Various employee benefits & family-friendly benefits.

Notes:

• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Many thanks for your understanding.
• We will not accept any CVs from agencies.

• Creating and implementing AML frameworks, procedures, and policies
• Acting as a first point of contact for compliance concerns
• Screening payments
• Training staff on compliance procedures
• Being a champion of compliance culture
• Reviewing and auditing the organization's adherence to compliance procedures
• Remaining up to date on current regulatory and compliance changes
• Reporting compliance issues and recommending changes
• Assisting with assembling compliance reports for CCO to review
• Providing general administrative support to COO and ACO
• Assessing operational risks
• Reducing TAT, managing risk, and enhancing services
• Identifying gaps and anomalies in the process and escalating to respective authorities, ensuring prompt and adequate compliance responses and support provided to the business
• Reviewing CB-ECDD & STR for onward submission
• Drafting CCC, BRCC & GORM reports and presenting findings and recommendations to appropriate business heads and senior management.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of Exchanges House experience

Job ID: 3053261 | Amazon Commercial Services (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd

Amazon's Risk and Compliance Solutions team is looking for an experienced compliance professional to lead our South Africa Compliance office.

The Compliance Officer is a senior role within the MEA Compliance team and is responsible for operating and improving our 2nd line compliance programs in South Africa.

Key job responsibilities

The Compliance Officer will:

- Provide effective and timely advice on complex regulatory compliance matters to the business, in conjunction with our legal teams.
- Accurately Interpret and advise on applicable ZA regulations, with an emphasis on AML-CTF.
- Work with legal, risk and business leads to develop and maintain our compliance policies and controls.
- Communicate conduct and compliance risks to Senior Management, preparing the reading materials for risk committees as may required.
- Operate and continuously improve the Compliance Monitoring plan for the ZA regulated entity.
- Respond to requests for information from auditors and regulators in a timely manner.
- Lead the digesting and analysis of regulatory change and look for opportunities to influence the regulatory agenda on behalf of our customers.

About the team
The MEA compliance team at RCS operates Amazon's 2nd line Compliance Programs in the Middle East and Africa. We enable Amazon to operate its regulated businesses in compliance with applicable regulation while maintaining great customer experiences. We are experts in regulatory compliance, adept at managing compliance risk and continuously obsess about delighting our customers.

- Master's degree or equivalent
- 6+ years of compliance, audit or risk management experience
- Demonstrable expertise in South African AML-CFT Regulation (and the oversight and operation of Suspicious activity monitoring programs) as well as Payments regulation.
- Written and verbal communication skills.
- Previous experience as a senior member of a Compliance Office in a major bank or e-money/payment institution.

- Held regulated roles (CO/MLRO) vis-a-vis regulators in the South Africa.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

This role is responsible for ensuring the implementation and maintenance of robust financial controls across the organization. It supports the finance leadership team in strengthening the internal control environment, promoting compliance with financial policies and procedures, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks.

• The successful candidate will contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the finance function as part of the finance leadership team.
• Design, implement, and regularly review financial policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls and ensure consistency across the organization.
• Establish and maintain a compliance framework to identify and remediate control deficiencies or instances of non-compliance.
• Ensure alignment between financial controls, business risks, and the strategic objectives of the organization.
• Identify emerging financial and operational risks through the assessment of business processes and recommend actionable mitigation strategies.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and financial advice to both finance teams and operational managers.
• Lead interim and year-end audits as a key point of contact for external auditors, ensuring timely, complete, and accurate audit deliverables.
• Conduct regular internal reviews to assess the design and operational effectiveness of financial controls across the business.
• Develop and implement action plans to address control weaknesses, including delivering targeted training to managers and supervisors.
• Standardize and oversee monthly and periodic closing activities, including full ownership of balance sheet account reconciliations in accordance with best practices and internal policy.
• Manage the end-to-end audit process, ensuring timely, accurate deliverables and acting as the main liaison with auditors, coordinating inputs and evidence across functions and supporting all external audit requirements.
• Track and follow up on action items resulting from internal and external audits to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date SOP's and financial documentation to support audit-readiness and compliance.
• Support the finance function in enhancing ERP systems and reporting tools to improve transparency, compliance, and efficiency.
• Review consolidated financial statements to ensure IFRS compliance and validate accuracy for management sign-off.
• Perform risk assessments across finance and operational areas, recommending mitigation strategies where risk exposure exceeds acceptable thresholds.
• Develop and deliver control training modules for finance and non-finance stakeholders to build awareness and drive compliance across business units.
• Drive automation and digitization projects within finance, enhancing the accuracy, speed, and control of transactional and reporting processes.
• Partner with IT and Finance stakeholders to support ERP upgrades, ensure adequate system controls, and maintain data integrity.
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives by streamlining workflows and eliminating redundancies
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Our client, a corporate services provider founded and based in Dubai, is seeking to recruit a MLRO/Compliance Officer. The chosen candidate will be responsible for the creation, implementation, and upkeep of all policies and procedures aligned with the company's compliance/MLRO framework. This includes overseeing the daily operations, client onboarding processes, continuous monitoring, manual maintenance, staff training, preparation of annual DFSA/FSRA returns, and ensuring compliance with all internal policies and procedures and DFSA/FSRA recommendations. Directly reporting to the Managing Director and maintaining communication with our regulators will also be a part of their duties.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as law, business, or finance.
• At least 5 years of experience in compliance or a related field.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations in the UAE and globally.
• Experience in conducting compliance audits and assessments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to analyze complex information.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.

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AtRAKBANK, we believe in fostering a culture of innovation, growth, and excellence. We are not just a bank – we are a community that thrives on teamwork, cutting-edge solutions, and the highest standards of governance.

Join Us as a Shari’ah Compliance Officer

Step into a pivotal role where you’ll report directly to the Head of Internal Shari’ah Control Department and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to uphold the integrity of Islamic banking practices. Your mission will be to ensure RAKislamic’s full compliance with Shari’ah principles and regulatory mandates, driving excellence across products, operations, and conduct.

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Conduct comprehensive Shari’ah compliance reviews across Islamic banking products and operations, aligned with CBUAE regulations, HSA resolutions, and ISSC guidelines.
• Identify and report non-compliant matters, ensuring timely remediation and resolution.
• Prepare and submit detailed compliance reports to ISSC, GCCO, GCRO, and GCEO.
• Disseminate Shari’ah compliance updates and requirements to relevant departments, business units, and branches.
• Support resolution of customer complaints related to Shari’ah compliance.
• Contribute to risk management, Shari’ah consultation, and R & D within the Internal Shari’ah Control Department.
• Apply legal documentation, pricing structures, risk mitigation strategies, and regulatory requirements in practice.
• Develop and oversee departmental compliance monitoring frameworks and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory obligations.
• Participate in risk mitigation planning, process analysis, and stakeholder support to ensure alignment with Shari’ah principles.
• Continuously enhance personal knowledge and skills to meet evolving business needs.

What We’re Looking For :

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Islamic banking certification preferred (AAOIFI, CIBAFI, EIBF).
• Experience:2–5 years in Islamic banking or financial institutions.
• Industry Exposure:Strong background in Islamic finance and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with banking operations and product structures.

What’s In It For You :

• Competitive, performance-linked compensation.
• Medical coverage for you and your family.
• Comprehensive life insurance.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
• Career development and fast-track growth opportunities.
• Mentorship from industry experts.