Assurance Compliance & Risk Manager

Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC); Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent oil and gas corporation in Sharjah is seeking a Compliance and Risk Manager to oversee the development and implementation of regulatory compliance programs and risk management frameworks. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, and a proven track record in compliance and risk management. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards while managing operational and reputational risks. Candidates with professional certifications will be preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 5-10 years of experience in Compliance/ERM, preferably in oil & gas.
• Professional certifications such as CRMA, CERM, CAMS, CIA, CPA, ACCA, ISO 31000 Practitioner are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of internal assurance and audit plans.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international laws and standards.
• Develop and maintain the enterprise risk management framework.
• Interact with suppliers and contractors on compliance expectations.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Internal controls

Strategic thinking

C-suite communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in law, Finance, Risk, Engineering or Business

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Scope

Oversees the development and implementation of regulatory compliance programs and enterprise risk management framework across all departments. This role ensures adherence to applicable laws, Sharjah Government directions and in particular Petroleum Department and Energy Council directives, applicable international standards and management approved risk appetite. The manager works at corporate level and across departments to safeguard the corporation from operational, financial, environmental, legal and reputational risks.

Main Responsibilities

Assurance and internal controls

• Lead the development and execution of internal assurance and audit plans.
• Evaluate internal controls related to financial processes, production and financial reporting, procurement, asset integrity and safety-critical systems.
• Prepare reports on internal controls including recommendations to improve reliability and compliance.
• Work with process owners to perform root-cause analysis on control failures and recommend remediation actions.

Compliance and regulatory adherence

• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, national, and international laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting the oil and gas sector.
• Track regulatory updates from the relevant authorities, such as new environmental standards, sanctions, or reporting requirements, and assess their impact on company operations.
• Design and implement compliance programs, policies, and procedures, including those for anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and trade sanctions.
• Manage whistle‑blower / speak‑up channels, conduct internal compliance audits and investigations to verify adherence to policies and legal requirements.
• Co‑ordinate with external auditors to avoid overlap of audit programs and ensure value adding audit activities.
• Liaise with HR department on relevant training programs including training employees on code of conduct and compliance policies.

Risk management

• Ensure the development, implementation, and maintenance of the SNOC enterprise risk management framework.
• Identify and assess risks associated with operations, finance, asset integrity and reputational risks.
• Work collaboratively with department managers to define risk appetites and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure the development and effective management of the business continuity and disaster recovery plans to ensure organizational resilience.

Strategic & Business Acumen

• Ensure alignment of risk and compliance framework with the SNOC's strategic goals
• Effectively interact with suppliers and contractors on compliance expectations and standards.

Decision Making / Authorities

• Recommend and enforce compliance actions & disciplinary referrals as per the Delegation of Authority.
• Prepare compliance-related procedures and reporting templates for management approval.
• Access to all company records and as per SNOC Internal Audit Charter as required for investigations and risk reviews.

Qualifications / Experience /Special Conditions or Requirements

A bachelor's degree in law, Finance, Risk, Engineering or Business; Master’s preferred. Professional certifications desirable: (CRMA, CERM, CAMS, CIA, CPA, ACCA, ISO 31000 Practitioner).

Experience and Special Conditions or requirements

At least 5-10 years of experience with at least 2 years in Compliance / ERM in oil & gas, energy, or regulated industry. Prior exposure to C-suite reporting and leading investigations.