Compliance Manager

Black Pearl Consult; Ajman, Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Compliance Manager to oversee compliance activities in the water and power sectors. This role crucially focuses on ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal standards while managing compliance risks. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in compliance roles and relevant certifications. This position offers an opportunity to work in a highly regulated environment and contribute meaningfully to ethical and legal compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in compliance, legal, or risk management roles.
• 4-6 years of specific experience in compliance within the water and power industries.
• Professional certification such as CCEP or CRCM is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.
• Implement and monitor compliance programs.
• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Risk management proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field

Master’s degree

Tools

Compliance software

Audit tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Compliance Manager to oversee compliance activities and ensure our operations meet all legal, regulatory, and internal standards. This role is critical in identifying, assessing, and mitigating compliance risks, preventing breaches, and addressing any violations that may arise.

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies across all areas of operation, particularly in the water and power industries.
• Implement and monitor compliance programs, regularly reviewing policies, and ensuring adherence to environmental, health, safety, and corporate governance laws.
• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments, identifying potential risks and developing strategies to address them.
• Collaborate with department heads to support compliance-related activities and provide training on compliance standards and protocols.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches, manage violation cases, and provide corrective actions.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and update policies and practices as necessary.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and maintain detailed records to support transparency and regulatory adherence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• 8-12 years of experience in compliance, legal, or risk management roles.
• 4-6 years of specific experience in compliance, ideally within the water and power industries.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) are highly advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in risk management.
• In-depth knowledge of compliance regulations and legal requirements in the water and power sectors, including environmental, health and safety, and corporate governance laws.
• Competency with compliance software, audit tools, and office applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, etc.).

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for compliance and a proactive approach to risk management, this role offers an opportunity to contribute to a highly regulated industry while supporting a commitment to ethical and legal standards.

Compliance Manager Arabic Speaker • Sharjah, AJ, ae