30 Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in Dubai

The Compliance Officer is a key member of the MEA Legal and Compliance team, responsible for ensuring that Cigna's business in the UAE operates in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

As a senior compliance expert, you will work closely with colleagues in Legal and Compliance to provide accurate, proportionate, and timely compliance and regulatory advice to support Cigna's operational, strategic, and financial goals. You will maintain and enhance Cigna's compliance framework and program in the UAE, manage a team of direct reports to oversee compliance in the UAE, and influence and collaborate with business leaders, legal, audit, information protection, privacy, and compliance leadership to define, develop, and implement business unit compliance, privacy, and ethics programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and enhance Cigna's compliance framework and program in the UAE.
• Manage a team of direct reports to oversee compliance in the UAE.
• Influence and collaborate with business leaders, legal, audit, information protection, privacy, and compliance leadership to define, develop, and implement business unit compliance, privacy, and ethics programs.
• Create an annual compliance plan for the UAE and the wider MEA region based on risk assessment.
• Establish and execute testing and monitoring plans against key compliance risks.
• Provide draft and final reports regarding testing and monitoring to legal and compliance leadership.
• Provide quarterly updates of progress against the compliance plan to legal and compliance leadership.
• Deliver compliance (regulatory and ethics) training to the business unit.
• Facilitate implementation of new compliance requirements by the first line of defense.
• Draft new compliance policies as needed.
• Provide guidance and support to the business unit in managing data and privacy issues, including breach management remediation plans, data subject access requests, and data privacy impact assessments.
• Assist the Legal team in identifying and interpreting new laws, regulations, and market practices.
• Be a champion for the Cigna Ethics program.
• Partner with the international privacy team to drive privacy compliance in the UAE.
• Lead and/or support compliance projects in the UAE or wider ME region.

The successful candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in the compliance field within Healthcare Insurance/Insurance in the United Arab Emirates. A strong understanding of insurance-related and data protection laws in the UAE is essential. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, multitask, and prioritize effectively in a high-paced environment. Previous experience in leading teams or high-value strategic projects is necessary.

The successful candidate must have strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required, along with the ability to provide guidance on complex matters in a clear and concise manner. Ability to present sound, persuasive rationale for ideas or opinions is also essential.

This role is based in Dubai, UAE, and candidates preferably will have regional experience. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy), related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

We are seeking a Legal and Compliance Officer to support our company's expansion into the European Union under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA).

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with end-to-end license applications and regulatory coordination across selected EU jurisdictions.

• Strong knowledge of MiCA regulations and ability to apply them effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to ensure seamless liaison with EU legal and compliance advisors.
• Ability to research and compare different EU jurisdictions to support optimal licensing strategy.
• Attention to detail to track regulatory updates under MiCA and ensure company alignment with supervisory expectations.

Responsibilities include supporting the full lifecycle of MiCA license applications, preparing internal materials aligned with MiCA requirements, and ensuring timely and accurate submissions.

Flexible work location based in Dubai or a relevant EU jurisdiction. We offer competitive remuneration packages that align with industry standards.

Grow professionally in a dynamic and innovative environment. Develop expertise in EU financial regulations and stay up-to-date with industry developments.

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• Ensure regulatory compliance by monitoring and interpreting laws, regulations, and guidelines.
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• Investigate cases, gather information, and provide requested data from concerned departments.
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• Retrieve customer documents, account details, and other relevant information.
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• Draft response letters for authorized signatories to review and approve.
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• Review police investigation requests, liaise with internal departments, and provide statements, CCTV footage, and account details as needed.
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• Prepare official bank responses and present them to management for police investigation requests and court letters.
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• Handle court and police letters through mailing within SLA and formulate replies based on information received from concerned departments/branches.
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• Maintain accurate filing and register systems, update records, and ensure safe custody of confidential documents for easy retrieval.
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• Respond to inquiries related to CBD staff received from courts and law enforcement agencies.
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• Coordinate with HR to provide timely responses to competent authorities.
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• Assist management during QA reviews and internal audits on internal procedures.
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• Work with Legal to review and revise existing policies and procedures for local operations to ensure they reflect changes in relevant laws.
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• Provide feedback or non-confidential information related to customer court cases to branches and business units.
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• Gather information and advice to management and staff on legal and regulatory matters, including changes in laws and regulations that may impact bank operations.
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• Develop and maintain knowledge of bank operations procedures and regulations to hold higher responsibilities and support staff training and development in policies and procedures.
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Required Skills and Qualifications:

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• A degree in any discipline.
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• Proficiency in Arabic and English languages.
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• Professional certification in AML and Compliance, which will be an added value.
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• At least 2-4 years of experience, with at least 2 years in the field of Compliance.
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• Good understanding of banking concepts and procedures, as well as good experience of banking operations.
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Benefits of this role include:

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• Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a team of professionals.
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• Chance to develop skills and knowledge in regulatory affairs and compliance.
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• Potential for career growth and advancement in the field of Compliance.
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We are seeking a highly skilled Regulatory Affairs professional to join our team. As a key member of our regulatory group, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and laws.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing regulatory submissions, managing artwork using specialized tools, updating and monitoring regulatory activities in databases, and maintaining regulatory compliance for products. Additionally, they will collaborate with the company to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Veterinary Science, or Life Sciences.
• 3-4 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs or Quality Assurance, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven project management experience within the pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits:

• Employee benefits as per UAE Labour Law.

1. Prepare regulatory submissions, including labeling, CMC, administrative sections, renewals, annual reports, and site registrations.
2. Manage artworks using Vista and VistaVac tools.
3. Update and monitor regulatory activities in databases such as Veeva Vault.
4. Prepare administrative documents related to PoA and CPP.
5. Maintain accurate translations of documents in compliance with Health Authority requirements.
6. Maintain regulatory compliance for products according to country-specific requirements.
7. Adhere to internal and external procedures and tools.
8. Collaborate with the company to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Regulatory Affairs Coordinator to support regulatory activities at our UAE-based manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for compiling and coordinating product and site-specific regulatory dossiers for submission to global health authorities, including support for GMP audits.

• The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with Quality Assurance (QA), manufacturing, and technical teams at the site, as well as regional regulatory teams.

This position requires strong communication, collaboration, and coordination skills across technical and regulatory functions. The successful candidate will have a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and document management capabilities.

A bachelor's or master's degree in pharmacy (preferred) and 2-5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, ideally in a manufacturing or site-based setting within the pharmaceutical industry, are required.

Responsibilities include:

• Collate, compile, and review regulatory dossiers for product and site registrations in various international markets, including GMP audit dossiers.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance of all documentation submitted.
• Review and verify the correctness and regulatory alignment of Artwork (AW) prior to submission.
• Act as a key liaison between regional regulatory teams and site-based technical functions (QA, QC, Production, Engineering).
• Coordinate technical responses and ensure timely resolution of queries raised by health authorities during or post submission through regional RA teams.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date archive of all regulatory submissions made from the site.
• Implement proper version control, submission tracking, and document retrieval protocols.
• Monitor submission timelines and follow up with internal teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Ensure alignment with both international regulatory expectations and local UAE / GCC requirements.
• Provide regular status updates on submissions and queries to the Head of International Regulatory Affairs.
• Support documentation requests for internal audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.

Benefits of this role include:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Chance to develop and improve regulatory affairs skills.
• Collaborative team environment.

As a key member of our Regulatory Affairs team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

This position involves entering data from various source documents into our computer system for processing on regulatory authorities' online systems related to suppliers and products. You will also prepare source data for computer entry by compiling and sorting information from regulatory documents such as ingredients lists/excel sheets prepared by brands.

You will be responsible for establishing entry priorities from brands and suppliers, entering data in the online systems by inputting alphabetic and numeric information according to screen format, maintaining data entry requirements/comply with data integrity, checking completed work for accuracy, leading times for product notifications, storing completed documents in designed locations, and maintaining the registration tracking files with certificates numbers and validity dates.

You will assist in labelling and artwork creation, including exchanges with brands. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Bachelor's degree in science, pharmacy, or regulatory affairs
• 1-2 years of experience in regulatory affairs and cosmetic industry, preferably in retail or FMCG
• Proficiency in planning tools (RELEX, SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Microsoft Excel/Power BI
• Strong communication, cross-functional collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
• Data input, ownership, and execution focus
• Collaborative communication skills

• We value authenticity and celebrate diversity and inclusivity
• We have a culture of empowerment where learning & growth is encouraged, offering opportunities to innovate and lead
• We strive to delight clients and inspire the industry every day

Job Title: Senior Regulatory Affairs Professional

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's relationship with key government bodies, regulatory authorities, and public health institutions.

This senior leadership position requires a dynamic professional with a proven track record of navigating complex regulatory environments and driving strategic policy initiatives within the pharmaceutical sector.

The successful candidate will be responsible for advocating for favorable healthcare policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, and building strong relationships with government stakeholders, all while aligning these efforts with the company's overall business objectives and growth strategy in the region.

Key Responsibilities:

The Compliance Manager will assist in achieving the bank's strategic and performance objectives by complying with regulatory requirements, promoting a compliance culture and environment within the organization.

This role is responsible for ensuring adherence to applicable legal standards and internal policies. The successful candidate will embed compliance into the organization's core values, ensuring adherence at all levels of business, and provide guidance on compliance matters.

1. Lead Financial Crime Compliance Function to identify, mitigate, and prevent financial crime risks.
2. Review New Policies and Procedures for departments, including operations, brokerage, and customer services, identifying weaknesses and threats to implement necessary corrections, ensuring compliance with regulations.
3. Develop and Implement Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Terrorist Financing, Sanctions, KYC, and AB&C Policies and Procedures.
4. Conduct Regular Gap Assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance frameworks and remediate gaps.
5. Manage SCA Inspections , develop inspection matrices, set timelines, and coordinate with stakeholders.
6. Provide Compliance Advice and Opinions across all departments, ensuring regulatory requirements are met.
7. Report Deviations from Policies and incorporate them into policy reviews.
8. Report Issues Related to Reputational, Credit, Market, and Operational Risks , along with mitigation strategies.
9. Implement and Monitor the Compliance Self Risk Assessment (CRSA) Process .
10. Manage Governance Functions Related to Margin Trading Clients .
11. Support Policy Development to ensure compliance with SCA Rules and Regulations.
12. Conduct Sanctions Compliance Training and maintain records.
13. Collaborate Across Departments to resolve compliance issues.
14. Ensure Activities Comply with Sanctions Laws and International Lists , preventing sanctions breaches.
15. Review and Investigate Breaches and Irregular Activities , recommending corrective actions.
16. Maintain the Integrity of Sanctions Lists and Screening Systems .

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing regulatory activities required at a country level for pharmaceutical products, ensuring regulatory compliance in the applicable market(s).

This role involves working closely with global pharmaceutical companies to manage regulatory submissions, submit applications and follow-ups, and prepare product labelling.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage Regulatory Submissions
• Submit Applications and Follow-ups
• Product Labelling Preparation
• Artwork Review and Approval
• Multiple Product Management
• Subject Matter Expertise
• Team Leadership
• Customer Relationships
• Regulatory Knowledge
• Project Budget Management
• Mentorship and Training
• Presentation and Communication
• Regulatory Standard Operating Procedures Review

Requirements:

• Typically requires 8-10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Masters Degree in Life Sciences or related discipline.
• Good understanding of the Research and Development process (Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls) relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Possesses specific regulatory or technical expertise.
• Interpersonal communication (oral and written) and organization skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.
• Demonstrates self-motivation and enthusiasm.
• Ability to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing environment.
• Knowledge of Maintenance of Marketing Authorization.
• Experience of preparing variation renewal packages and artwork approvals.
• Fluent in English and able to effectively communicate complex business language to those who speak English as a second language. Must be fluent in Arabic.