19 Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Overview

Senior Regulatory Compliance Manager – Crypto Exchange & Virtual Assets in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Posted on 10/09/2025.

As the Senior Regulatory Compliance Manager at Deriv’s crypto exchange and virtual asset business, you will play a critical role in ensuring adherence to global regulatory frameworks governing digital assets. You will design, implement, and oversee a robust compliance framework tailored to the unique challenges of crypto markets, safeguarding the company’s integrity and reputation while enabling sustainable growth.

• Lead crypto compliance strategy : Define and implement compliance strategies and frameworks specific to crypto exchange operations, digital wallets, token listings, stablecoins, staking, and custody services.
• Stay ahead of regulatory change : Monitor global crypto and blockchain regulatory developments (e.g., MiCA, FATF Travel Rule, SEC/CFTC, FCA, MAS, VARA), ensuring internal policies remain up to date and aligned with evolving standards.
• Manage AML/CFT and sanctions compliance : Oversee crypto-specific AML, KYC, and transaction monitoring programs, including blockchain analytics, Travel Rule compliance, suspicious activity reporting, and liaison with financial intelligence units (FIUs).
• Oversee licensing and registrations : Lead licensing efforts across multiple jurisdictions for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), managing ongoing reporting obligations and relationships with regulators.
• Risk management in digital assets : Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance and operational risks unique to crypto markets, including custody risks, smart contract risks, cross-border transaction risks, and fraud typologies.
• Regulatory engagement : Act as the primary contact with regulators, supervisors, and industry associations in the crypto space, ensuring proactive communication and fostering strong relationships.
• Compliance monitoring & audits : Develop and execute annual compliance plans specific to digital asset operations, including risk assessments, audits, and remedial actions.
• Culture of compliance : Partner with product, operations, and technology teams to embed compliance-by-design principles in exchange features, token listings, and blockchain integrations.

• A university degree in finance, law, compliance, risk management, or a related field.
• 12+ years of compliance experience, with at least 5 years in a regulated crypto exchange, virtual asset business, or blockchain-based financial services.
• Proven expertise in crypto regulatory frameworks, such as MiCA, FATF, FinCEN, SEC/CFTC, FCA, MAS, VARA, or equivalent regimes.
• Demonstrated success in managing VASP licensing, AML/KYC programs, blockchain analytics, and crypto transaction monitoring tools (e.g., Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs).
• Strong experience liaising with crypto regulators, FIUs, and financial services authorities.
• Ability to anticipate regulatory trends in digital assets and translate them into actionable compliance strategies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders from regulators to developers.

• Join a diverse, inclusive workplace that values innovation and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Be part of a company recognised for excellence and committed to career growth opportunities.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We take pride in our Great Place to Work and IIP Platinum certifications, which reflect our commitment to creating an exceptional work environment across 15+ offices, globally.

Our culture is unique, and we live by our values and leadership principles. Find out more about life at Deriv here.

Our company is searching for a motivated and experienced Compliance Specialist to guarantee that our business processes and transactions follow all relevant legal and internal guidelines. Your duties will include reviewing employee work, developing company policies, and responding to policy violations.

The ideal candidate will be professional, highly analytical, and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. To prosper in this role, you should be fluent in risk management and our industry's principles.

• Implement and manage an effective legal compliance program. Develop and review company policies.
• Advise management on the company's compliance with laws and regulations through detailed reports.
• Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
• Regularly audit company procedures, practices, and documents to identify possible weaknesses or risks.
• Assess company operations to determine compliance risk.
• Ensure all employees are educated on the latest regulations and processes.
• Resolve employee concerns about legal compliance.

• Bachelor's degree in law, finance, business management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of proven experience in a compliance officer role.
• Good knowledge of legal requirements and procedures
• Brilliant oral and written communication skills.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail

License Compliance Specialist

Location: Ireland, Dubai or Saudi

Work mode: Hybrid or home- based

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative License Compliance Specialist to join our growing team!

This role is pivotal in converting piracy and non-compliant software usage into revenue. You will be responsible for generating and qualifying leads, as well as engaging in sales and enforcement discussions with software pirates, both directly and through external enforcement counsel.

This position offers a dynamic and engaging work environment where each case presents unique challenges. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to various dynamics. You will interact with a diverse range of individuals; the ability to manage conflicts effectively is crucial, as the role involves addressing issues related to software theft. The unpredictability of each situation and the opportunity to resolve conflicts and close deals are key aspects that make this role exciting and rewarding.

Responsibilities:

• Generate, track, and qualify leads from various sources.

• Contact leads, send letters, and make follow-up calls

• Develop and utilize sales scripts tailored to different countries' statutory copyright and enforcement regimes.

• Participate in communication campaigns.

• Manage enforcement providers and counsel, including Power of Attorney (PoA) processes.

• Coordinate with Legal, Financial Operations (FinOps), and Account Advancement teams.

• Drive revenue generation through effective enforcement strategies.

• Handle high-volume, transactional business with intelligence and quick learning capability.

• Engage in strong negotiation to close deals.

• Conduct investigative tasks and manage high volumes of data.

• Adapt to various situations and manage conflicts effectively.

Qualifications:

• Professional proficiency in Arabic (near native fluency)

• A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Sales or Legal or equivalent years of experience and/or training required.

• 1-3 years’ experience in license compliance, either in a legal or sales capacity.

• Experience with software systems like Salesforce is preferred

• Familiarity with territory management and revenue forecasting.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Ability to handle conflicts and deal with various types of situations.

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• A great Team and culture – please see our colleague video .

• An exciting career as an integral part of a world-leading software company providing solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction - watch this short documentary about how we got our start.

• An attractive salary and benefits package.

• A commitment to inclusion, belonging and colleague wellbeing through global initiatives and resource groups.

• A company committed to making a real difference by advancing the world’s infrastructure for better quality of life, where your contributions help build a more sustainable, connected, and resilient world. Discover our latest user success stories for an insight into our global impact.

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Dubai/ Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/23/2025

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a Security Assessment & Compliance Specialist to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. The role involves conducting threat-based security testing, compliance reviews, and vulnerability assessments across infrastructure and applications to ensure resilience against evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform periodic security assessments of IT systems and applications.
  
• Identify vulnerabilities, conduct penetration testing, and recommend remediation.
  
• Review and validate security controls, configurations, and compliance standards.
  
• Participate in Purple Team exercises and collaborate with defense/security teams.
  
• Maintain accurate threat and risk registers with remediation tracking.
  
• Support audits and coordinate with vendors and stakeholders for assessments.
  
• Research emerging attack methods and enhance assessment frameworks.
  

Skills & Experience

• 3–5 years of technical cybersecurity experience.
  
• Strong knowledge of threat & vulnerability management, penetration testing, and security assessments.
  
• Experience with scripting (Python, Bash, Perl), malware analysis, and threat modeling (STRIDE, PASTA, VAST).
  
• Familiarity with cloud, databases, containerization, and API security.
  
• Hands-on with tools such as Tenable, Tripwire, Qualys, Rapid Scan.
  
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  

Role: Regulatory Affairs Manager
Location: Abu Dhabi Role Purpose:
The Regulatory Affairs & FATCA/CRS Manager is the primary Point of Contact (PoC) / Designated FATCA CRS Officer for ADIB Group, who will maintain ADIB’s regulatory relationships with competent regulators including Central Bank of UAE (CBUAE) and Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and UAE Ministry of Finance and ensure that ADIB has in place a robust framework to meet its regulatory commitments in line with global standards for the automatic exchange of financial account information. Key accountabilities of the role include:

• Develop and maintain internal procedures, standards, self-certification processes and guidance checklists to Businesses and Group Entities in line with UAE Ministry of Finance, Central Bank of UAE and Competent Tax Authorities for compliance with FATCA & CRS policies and governance documents.
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) in respect of FATCA & CRS for the function, businesses and support functions.
• Submit accurate and timely reporting to the various Competent Tax Authorities.
• Develop Data Validation processes to ensure completeness and accuracy of information received.
• Provide inputs to bank’s data governance framework to prescribe all required data to be captured and maintained within core banking systems from onboarding channels.
• Assess and propose enhancements and implement changes to procedures and internal systems for improved automation and end-to-end workflow and controls.
• Maintain relationships with Data Governance, Technology and Client On-boarding teams as required, for effective troubleshooting and successful end-to-end workflows.
• Provide support with Group Internal Audit requests, ensuring accurate information is provided in a timely manner.
• Provide Training guidance and advice on entity classifications and reportable information each financial year.
• Support the implementation and configuration of Reporting Tools and leveraging of AI.

Key Accountabilities of the role:

Policies and Procedures:

• Support in maintenance and update of Regulatory Affairs and Ethical Conduct related policies, procedures, and processes.
• Ensure the continuous monitoring and update of Regulatory Affairs Related policies by addressing regular updates to Head of Regulatory Affairs on their renewal status and market/regulatory evolution.

FATCA and CRS:

• Ensure the continuous review, enhancement and oversight of FATCA and CRS regulations, policies and procedures.
• Investigate, advise and challenge the onboarding documentation process and assessment of FATCA/CRS compliance risks associated to ADIB.
• Coordinate and finalize any ad-hoc gap assessment of the FATCA and CRS policies and procedures against updated regulatory requirements and ensure oversight or implementation throughout ADIB.
• Ensure continuous maintenance of training material (including role-based training) and upskilling on FATCA and CRS requirements and obligations to relevant staff across ADIB.
• Continuously support the review of Business Units systems to ensure the sound capture of FATCA/CRS indicia.
• Ensure the data accuracy and timely submission of the FATCA and CRS reporting expected by CBUAE and SCA on a yearly basis through their respective portal.
• Provide complete, accurate, practical and timely advice, opinion or documentation for regulatory ad-hoc enquiries raised by the regulatory authorities.
• Provide regulatory advisory on FATCA and CRS inquiries raised by Business Units/Branches system requirements and FATCA/CRS reporting.
• Ensure continuous update of FATCA and CRS mandate to all units of business (Retail Individual, Business banking, WBG, Financial institutions) in line with the applicable regulation.
• Participate in system enhancements regarding any regulatory update pertaining to implementation of FATCA and CRS.

Data Validation and Reporting:

• Support in the preparation of MIS reports for internal regulatory affairs reporting, including Management Committees.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of ADIB regulatory returns/reporting register and monitor adherence to defined due dates.
• Ensure the continuous validation of the Regulatory Reporting suite applicable to Regulatory Affairs and support their template design if not provided by regulatory authorities.
• Ensure reporting of material non-compliances/breaches in line with the prevailing policies in a timely manner.

Staff Ethical Behavior:

• Demonstrate strong adherence to ADIB Conduct Risk Pillars and Code of Ethics in terms of transparency, integrity, confidentiality, respect and collaborative workplace.
• Demonstrate strong adherence to ADIB ethical conduct framework in reporting any conflict of interest event or any witnessed behavior which breaches code of ethics to Human Resources.
• Ensure to participate in the transparency and trust culture within the bank by reporting in good faith any concerns, misconduct or malpractice through the Whistleblowing framework.

Specialist Skills / Technical Knowledge Required for this role:

• Advanced Degree in Finance, Business, or any related subject.
• 5+ years of experience with International Reporting, including Taxation and specialist knowledge of FATCA/CRS regulations reporting and operationalization.
• Ability to be independent and perform innovative thinking to solve complex problems with no established precedence while balancing risk, speed, and accuracy.
• Exemplary knowledge of the UAE regulatory environment, regulatory structures, market practice and industry groups.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with various stakeholders throughout the bank. Ability to quickly acquire knowledge of new regulations, rules and their impact on business. Ability to adopt a problem-solving approach and autonomous work on dedicated tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with impact, build healthy professional connections, influence outcomes, and simplify complex topics into actionable recommendations for decision-making.

• Job Identification: 2478
• Posting Date: 11/12/2024, 06:37 AM
• Apply Before: 12/12/2024, 06:36 AM
• Locations: Abu Dhabi, Al Rowdah, Shk Rashid Bin Saeed St. 313 ADIB New Headquarters Branch, Sh. Zayed Main Branch Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, AE

Overview

Position Summary: We are inviting UAE Nationals to join our Regulatory Affairs team in the United Arab Emirates as a Regulatory Affairs Associate. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with local regulations while supporting product lifecycle management and regulatory submissions. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to align regulatory strategies with business goals and contribute to meaningful work that improves lives.

• Preparing, coordinating, and submitting regulatory documents in compliance with local regulations and GSK standards.
• Ensuring timely submissions and approvals to support product launches and lifecycle maintenance.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to align regulatory strategies with business objectives.
• Maintaining regulatory databases and ensuring accurate record-keeping in line with compliance requirements.
• Monitoring changes in local regulations and ensuring adherence to applicable laws and guidelines.
• Providing regulatory guidance to cross-functional teams to support business operations.

• UAE National.
• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Previous experience in regulatory affairs or a related field.
• Familiarity with regulatory submission processes and local guidelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Interest in the pharmaceutical industry and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

This role is based on-site in the United Arab Emirates. GSK is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from UAE Nationals who are passionate about improving lives and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

If you’re ready to grow your skills, make a positive impact, and contribute to GSK’s mission, apply today!

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