448 Regulatory Compliance Specialist jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Role: Regulatory Compliance Manager

• This role is responsible for ensuring the bank adheres to Central Bank regulations and best business practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of the Annual Compliance Plan, focusing on regulatory monitoring.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to formalize procedures and processes, as well as prepare compliance training and awareness programs for staff.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 3 years' experience in similar roles within compliance or internal audit.
• Effective communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good understanding of protocols and procedures for UAE regulations and requirements.
• UAE National with Family Book.

We are seeking a seasoned compliance professional to safeguard our licenses, revenues, and reputation by ensuring accurate and timely documentation of all records.

This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in regulatory compliance, audit management, and team collaboration to drive business growth.

• Verify adherence to mandatory DTCM and RERA clauses in Management Agreements.
• Audit files for completeness and accuracy.
• Validate internal compliance forms such as maintenance logs and refund approvals.
• Liaise with government authorities to ensure timely renewals and prevent lapses or fines.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UAE legislation and regulatory updates.
• Develop and enforce compliance standards across departments.
• Monitor and analyze compliance metrics to identify areas for improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in compliance, legal coordination, or internal audit within UAE real-estate, hospitality, or property-management sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE Commercial Law and regulations.
• Familiarity with CRM, HRMS, and Google Workspace tools.

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to fill the role of Compliance Analyst .

The successful candidate will conduct comprehensive due diligence, including new account openings and periodic reviews. They will also verify account opening forms for adequacy and completeness.

The Compliance Analyst will be responsible for conducting name screening, due diligence, and adverse media matches where applicable. Additionally, they will review anti-money laundering and sanctions questionnaires as necessary.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Management, Banking, or Finance, preferably with certification in Compliance, KYC/AML/CFT, Financial Crime, or Risk Management.

They should have at least 2-3 years of experience in a reputable bank, with a minimum of 1-2 years' technical experience across various aspects of regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will possess sound Microsoft Office applications knowledge and be proactive with a business-oriented approach.

• Conduct due diligence on new accounts, including trigger events and periodic reviews.
• Verify account opening forms for adequacy and completeness.
• Conduct name screening, due diligence, and adverse media matches where applicable.
• Review AML and Sanctions Questionnaires as necessary.
• Support line manager with ADHOC projects and regulatory requirements as needed.

Drive innovation and shape the future of beneficial technologies with your creative ideas.

As a strategic expert, you will provide insightful analysis into current and future business opportunities by anticipating potential risks and implementing effective mitigation measures.

• You will lead the implementation of regional processes, conduct thorough risk assessments for the region or country, and establish necessary controls and audits.
• Additionally, you will deploy global standards and guidelines in the areas of export controls and sanctions law at the regional level and be responsible for drafting additional national and regional policies.
• As part of a strong network of regional and national experts, you will collaborate in a multicultural environment and exchange knowledge with specialists from around the world.
• The job location can be based in Riyadh or Dubai.

• Technical expertise in export control and compliance
• Professional experience in foreign trade
• Independence in the role, particularly with respect to conflicts of interest
• Proven leadership skills (e.g., providing guidance to staff on export control issues)
• Ability to learn and adapt (e.g., continuous changes in the international export control legal framework require ongoing adaptation)
• Quality- and results-oriented approach (high-quality outcomes required in this legally significant area)
• Strong collaboration and communication skills (e.g., working with coordinators and conveying results clearly to the target audience)
• Experience with ERP systems software; SAP GTS preferred

We enable businesses to thrive by connecting them to global markets and talented professionals.

With a vast presence across six continents, our organisation serves over 300,000 clients with world-class products and services.

We have four business segments that offer endless opportunities for growth and development.

Support the core of our operation by engaging in strategic marketing, financial management, human resources, and operational oversight.

This role will support the compliance team, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.

This position involves assisting with monthly and quarterly monitoring tasks, responding to client requests, maintaining registers and records, issuing training courses, and supporting other compliance-related tasks.

• Verify compliance with regulations and internal policies through thorough testing.
• Maintain accurate registers and trackers, including gifts and entertainment, personal account dealing, and outside business interests.
• Log and track compliance tasks on the compliance tracker.
• Assist with Management Information preparation, including composing reports and PowerPoint slides.
• Support clients with KYC requests by gathering information and liaising with them.
• Monitor the compliance inbox to ensure timely responses.
• Provide day-to-day support to the team with compliance tasks and ad-hoc projects.

• A minimum of three years prior experience in a similar role is required.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills are essential.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is necessary.
• The ability to adhere to rules and regulations is critical.
• Developing relationships internally and with clients is key to success.
• The ability to multitask effectively and provide timely feedback is also crucial.

We are seeking a Regulatory Compliance Specialist to provide critical support for the development and implementation of regulatory strategies across various industries.

• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of local and international regulatory standards, including FDA, EFSA, SFDA, GCC, and UAE Food Law.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Identify and mitigate potential compliance risks through proactive monitoring and analysis of emerging trends.

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, or related field.
• Certifications: Certifications in food safety or cosmetic regulations (optional but beneficial).
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in food safety, cosmetic regulation, or quality assurance.
• Laboratory Experience: Experience with laboratory testing, product safety assessments, and compliance documentation.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of GMP, ISO, and regulatory compliance in the Middle East.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic would be an advantage.

• Seniority Level: Executive
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industries: Retail, Office Equipment, Consumer Services, and Oil and Gas

Job Title: Regulatory Compliance Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Regulatory Compliance Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our regulatory department, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with legal requirements and corporate guidelines in the GCC/Middle East region.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent and compliant formula reviews and documentation to meet commercial and customer requirements.

• Complete customer product and quality questionnaires.

• Maintain and manage request logs and use functionalities of internal SAP-based regulatory systems and databases.

• Implement routine processes and procedures.

• Support the commercialization of products by working with commercial teams as directed.

• Assist regulatory specialists and managers with assigned tasks and projects.

• Participate in and contribute to regulatory projects as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry).
• 1-2 years of relevant regulatory experience in the food industry or a related sector, ideally within the GCC region.
• Strong PC skills, including competency in MS Office products.
• Business fluency in English and Arabic language.
• Strong knowledge in food chemistry or related disciplines.
• Working knowledge of industry and regulatory requirements in GCC/Middle East region.
• Basic understanding of components of appropriate business processes and internal systems.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory systems.

We are seeking a senior compliance professional to lead our team in the UAE, driving regulatory compliance and assurance across our operations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing our compliance framework, managing a team of direct reports, and collaborating with business leaders to define and implement business unit compliance programs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and enhancing our compliance framework
• Managing a team of direct reports to oversee compliance in the UAE
• Influencing and collaborating with business leaders to define and implement business unit compliance programs

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• 8 years' minimum experience in compliance within healthcare insurance or insurance in the UAE
• A strong understanding of insurance-related laws in the UAE
• Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize effectively in a high-paced environment

This role offers:

• Opportunities to work with senior leaders and business leaders around the world
• Exposure to regional matters and opportunities to work with specialist advisers and interact with regulators
• A collaborative and high-performing function that values the support of the business

We are an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the healthcare system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality.

This role is responsible for implementing transaction monitoring systems on time and within scope.

• Deliver projects according to committed timelines.
• Conduct refinement and planning sessions.
• Lead sprint planning and reviews.
• Create a clear, well-structured value-driven backlog by describing items as epics/user stories.
• Ensure the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all relevant stakeholders.
• Identify issues, analyze them, and work closely with IT to resolve them.
• Align product delivery dependencies with other platforms.
• Track, log, and escalate issues to senior management.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of agile framework.
• Strong knowledge of Transaction Monitoring system.
• Good knowledge of AML typologies.
• Understanding of banking products and operations.
• Understanding of compliance, products, and processes.

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