What Jobs are available for Regulatory Compliance Specialist in the United Arab Emirates?

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

Beond is looking for a Governance & Compliance Specialist to become a valuable member of our team. This position will assist the Legal Counsel in providing strong governance and corporate legal oversight throughout the Beond Group. You will be key in overseeing the daily governance framework, facilitating shareholder and Board activities, ensuring compliance across various jurisdictions (notably ADGM, DIFC, and RAKICC), and guaranteeing the prompt execution of legal and corporate documents.

• Manage scheduling, documentation, and minute-taking for Board and shareholder meetings
• Draft, coordinate, and archive corporate governance documents including resolutions, meeting minutes, proxy forms, and circulars
• ·Maintain statutory registers, entity records, licences, and regulatory filings across jurisdictions (RAKICC, DIFC, ADGM, Maldives, etc.)
• Provide accurate and timely legal guidance on corporate laws and regulations applicable to UAE-based entities, keeping abreast of legislative changes
• Support incorporations, re-domiciliations, entity closures, and amendments to structure or shareholding
• Coordinate and review documentation for KYC and regulatory compliance, including for banks, lessors, and investors
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and standardisation of a library of legal templates, including NDAs, service agreements, and board templates
• Support the administration of the ESOP and shareholder register, including warrants, share issuances, and capital table updates
• Draft and manage Power of Attorney documentation and other core legal templates
• Prepare materials and collate documentation for due diligence exercises and external audits
• Liaise effectively with shareholders and their legal or financial advisors
• Maintain strong governance practices across group entities, ensuring consistency and alignment with shareholder instructions
• Ensure effective, compliant management of company secretarial matters, including meeting structure, quorum, and voting eligibility
• Assist the Legal Counsel in key investor activities and ongoing legal projects

• Law degree or equivalent legal qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a corporate legal or company secretarial role, preferably within the UAE
• Demonstrated knowledge of UAE regulatory and licensing authorities and their procedures
• Fluent in Arabic and English
• Experience handling shareholder, investor, or governance matters across a group structure
• Strong understanding of UAE corporate law, including ADGM, DIFC, and RAKICC frameworks
• Proven ability to manage legal documentation, filings, and compliance independently

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
  

About the Data & AI Hub

At Data & AI Hub we’re unlocking cross-portfolio value through a centralized data platform and AI-powered solutions that drive efficiency, profitability, and innovation across our operating companies. Aligned with the UAE’s bold vision for AI leadership, Data & AI Hub is shaping the future of data-driven governance, building the next generation of AI products with both regional and global impact.

We are seeking a hands-on Information Security & Compliance Specialist to drive our compliance, governance, and data protection initiatives—ensuring alignment with UAE data sovereignty laws and regulatory standards such as ISO 27001 and NESA.

In this role, you will lead the implementation of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), define and enforce security baselines across infrastructure and applications, and embed compliance controls into engineering and operational workflows. You will also serve as a key liaison between internal teams and external auditors, helping maintain a proactive, risk-based approach to cybersecurity and regulatory compliance.

This role requires a strong understanding of UAE data protection laws, hands-on experience with risk management frameworks, and excellent collaboration and documentation skills. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in driving compliance programs within complex, fast-paced environments—ideally within the UAE public or private sector.

• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and ensure compliance with UAE data sovereignty laws
• Establish and enforce security baselines across infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments
• Define and implement tiered security controls aligned with ISO 27001, NESA (UAE), and other relevant local regulations
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations teams to integrate compliance requirements into development workflows
• Monitor and assess risks, ensuring alignment with governance standards and internal audit protocols
• Stay updated on UAE data protection, cybersecurity, and compliance frameworks
• Prepare documentation, policies, and audit reports for internal and external stakeholders

• 5+ years’ experience in information security, compliance, governance
• Proven experience with risk management frameworks, DPIAs, regulatory audits
• Familiarity with UAE regulations, NESA standards, ISO 27001

This job posting is not open to recruitment agencies. Any candidate profile submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered as being received directly from an applicant. Contango reserves the rights to contact the candidate directly, without incurring any obligations or liabilities for payment of any fees to the recruitment agency.

Overview

Security Threat Assessment & Compliance Specialist

Netsentries is a leading provider of comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, dedicated to safeguarding organizations against evolving cyber threats. We are committed to ensuring the security and integrity of our clients' operations, systems, and data. As part of our dedication to maintaining high standards of security, we are seeking a talented and experienced Security Threat Assessment & Compliance Specialist to join our team.

As a Security Threat Assessment & Compliance Specialist, you will play a critical role in enhancing our clients' cyber readiness and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. You will be responsible for conducting thorough security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing effective remediation measures. Additionally, you will oversee compliance initiatives and ensure that our clients' security practices align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments of client systems, networks, and applications to identify potential vulnerabilities and risks.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate identified risks and enhance overall security posture.
• Collect open-source intelligence on threats and vulnerabilities applicable to client technology stack.
• Participate in event planning stages to develop cyber assessment plans and conduct assessment tests against client installations and controls.
• Ensure threat controls and systems are reviewed for appropriate, effective, and optimal configuration.
• Identify and track IT risks and gaps and collaborate with clients on remediation activities.
• Responsible for threat activity reporting and insight on client IT technology assets.
• Manage ad-hoc review and reporting requests from stakeholders.
• Research and implement new technologies and processes to enhance security maturity.
• Build lasting relationships with clients and stakeholders to influence remediation efforts and garner support for investments in information security.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or equivalent discipline.
• Certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, OSCE, CREST, GPEN, SANS GWAPT preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in technical cybersecurity.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Perl, Python, or R.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and code development.
• Knowledge of malware scanning tools and threat modeling frameworks.
• Familiarity with security scanning solutions such as Tenable Security Center, Qualys, etc.
• Strong technical, managerial, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think analytically, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Flexible work environment
• Dynamic and collaborative company culture

If you are passionate about cybersecurity and compliance and are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply for the position of Security Threat Assessment & Compliance Specialist at Netsentries. Join us in our mission to protect organizations from cyber threats and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Apply now!

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 19/03/2025

At Deriv, you'll be at the forefront of our compliance efforts, navigating the complex and ever-evolving landscape of financial regulations. As a Senior Regulatory Compliance Executive with Arabic language skills, you'll tackle the challenge of ensuring our operations remain compliant across multiple jurisdictions while supporting our innovative product development. Your expertise in Arabic-speaking markets will be instrumental in our expansion efforts, safeguarding both our customers and our business while upholding our reputation for regulatory excellence.

On a given day, you will:

• Monitor and analyse regulatory developments at international, EU, and local levels where Deriv operates or plans to expand.
• Interpret new regulatory requirements with a particular focus on investment services regulation surrounding CFDs.
• Create, maintain, and implement compliance-related policies that safeguard our operations.
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and perform legislative gap analysis to identify potential areas of risk.
• Execute compliance monitoring programmes to ensure timely adherence to regulatory standards.
• Support the implementation of internal controls and facilitate both internal and external audits.
• Prepare comprehensive management presentations on regulatory developments and potential challenges.
• Submit critical regulatory reports related to CRS, FATCA, MiFIR, and EMIR.
• Collaborate with teams to review and assess compliance business risk assessments.
• Communicate complex regulatory requirements in both Arabic and English to various stakeholders.
• Leverage AI-driven tools to enhance compliance monitoring, automate risk assessments, and improve regulatory reporting efficiency.

You may enjoy working with us if you:

• Thrive in a dynamic environment where regulatory challenges evolve constantly.
• Enjoy translating complex regulatory language into practical business solutions.
• Find satisfaction in protecting a business while enabling its growth.
• Appreciate working in a multicultural team with global impact.
• Value being at the intersection of innovation and compliance in the fintech space.
• Take pride in your attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Are passionate about developing your expertise in international financial regulations.

We would love to work with you if you:

• Hold an undergraduate degree in legal, compliance, or a related field.
• Bring 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, audit, or risk functions.
• Possess excellent spoken and written Arabic and English communication skills.
• Have knowledge of investment services regulations.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and can work effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Excel at managing multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Bring a high degree of integrity and maturity to your professional interactions.
• Have experience in a fintech organisation (beneficial).
• Have worked on European regulatory compliance projects (beneficial).
• Have experience or enthusiasm for embracing AI technologies.

We pay competitive salaries based on your skills, qualifications, experience and market rates. Additionally, you'll be eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

When you join Deriv, you will be supported in growing your career in our company. You can expect to have a personalised Learning and Development programme as well as the costs covered for relevant professional development and education related to advancing your career at Deriv.

You'll be based at our modern office in Dubai's prestigious Business Bay, a key centre for Deriv's Middle Eastern operations. Our Dubai office is home to over 200 talented professionals from diverse nationalities, creating a truly global workplace. You'll thrive in an expat-friendly environment that celebrates diversity and encourages cross-cultural collaboration, with regular knowledge-sharing sessions and team events.

Ready to shape the regulatory landscape of online trading? If you're passionate about navigating complex compliance challenges while enabling business growth in a global fintech environment, we want to hear from you. Your expertise in Arabic and regulatory compliance could help drive Deriv's continued success and expansion across new markets.

Deriv is 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. Join us and help build the future of online trading while working alongside top talent from over 80 nationalities.

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.