Compliance Manager

High Street Resources; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 330,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hedge fund in Dubai seeks an experienced Compliance professional to ensure adherence to DFSA regulations and liaise with international compliance teams. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years in financial services compliance, strong DFSA knowledge, and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities include regulatory reporting, audit management, and compliance training.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Compliance within financial services, preferably with hedge funds.
• Strong knowledge of DFSA regulations and familiarity with the DIFC framework.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise with global compliance teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary compliance contact for the Dubai entity.
• Liaise with global compliance teams to align local practices.
• Oversee regulatory reporting and compliance monitoring programs.

Skills

Compliance in financial services

Knowledge of DFSA regulations

Cross-border compliance liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Compliance monitoring programs

Job description

Our client, a global hedge fund with operations across major financial hubs, is seeking an experienced Compliance professional to join their Dubai team. The role will focus on ensuring compliance with DFSA regulations and internal policies, while liaising with global compliance teams to maintain consistent governance standards across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary compliance contact for the Dubai entity, ensuring full adherence to DFSA and DIFC regulatory frameworks.
• Liaise with global compliance teams to align local regulatory practices with international group standards.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, license maintenance, and ongoing compliance monitoring programs.
• Review and update policies, procedures, and internal controls to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Provide regulatory and compliance advisory support to investment, trading, and operations teams.
• Manage regulatory audits, reviews, and inspections, ensuring timely responses and remedial actions.
• Maintain compliance registers, prepare periodic reports, and support internal audit activities.
• Deliver compliance awareness and training sessions to staff.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience in Compliance within financial services, preferably with exposure to hedge funds, asset management, or sell‑side institutions (brokerage, trading, or investment banking).
• Strong knowledge of DFSA regulations and familiarity with the DIFC framework.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with cross‑border or global compliance teams.
• Capable of working independently in a small office setup while supporting global oversight.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, or related discipline; professional compliance certifications (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) are a plus.

Location: Dubai, UAE (DIFC)