Compliance Manager - Middle East, Türkiye and Africa

KONE Middle East UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

KONE Middle East UAE in Dubai seeks a Compliance Manager to lead global ethics & compliance program across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, implement enhancements, and foster a culture of integrity. Based in Dubai, you will report to the Compliance Director APM.

You will manage whistleblowing channels, conduct internal investigations, provide guidance, perform country-level risk assessments, deliver training, and drive a regional uplift strategy to engage leadership and maintain ethical

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business law, finance or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant compliance experience in large international organizations.
• Proven record in conducting and managing internal investigations.
• Compliance certifications such as CCEPI or CFE are an advantage.
• Fluent in English; Arabic or Turkish language skills are a plus.
• Excellent communication and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.

Responsibilities

• Implementation, enhancement, and monitoring of the Global Ethics & Compliance program across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.
• Manage and promote whistleblowing channels for reporting of violations.
• Lead and conduct internal investigations related to compliance issues.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders on compliance matters to ensure ethical decision-making.
• Conduct country-level compliance risk assessments and develop action plans.
• Provide training on compliance matters across the organization.
• Design and lead a compliance uplift strategy for the region.
• Lead internal communications to raise compliance awareness.
• Foster a compliance-oriented culture among employees and partners.

Skills

Fluent in English

Travel frequently

Stakeholder management

Education

Masters degree in business law/finance or related field

Job description

Did you know KONE moves over one billion people every day

As a global innovation leader in the elevator and escalator industry we employ over 60000 driven professionals in over 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared vision. Weve been taking people to new heights for over 110 years. Our technical expertise and digital connectivity are transforming the customer experience and improving the flow of urban life.

Why this role

KONE is seeking a skilled and experienced Compliance Manager to lead all compliancerelated activities to protect KONEs reputation and business interests. The chosen candidate will drive the implementation enhancements and monitoring of the Global Ethics & Compliance program and will continue building a sustainable culture of integrity and ethical behaviour across the Middle East Trkiye and the Africa region. The role will be based in Dubai and report directly to the Compliance Director APM.

What will you be doing

• Implementation enhancement and monitoring of the Global Ethics & Compliance program across the Middle East Trkiye and Africa




• Manage and promote the whistleblowing channels for reporting of actual or suspected compliance violations




• Lead and conduct internal investigations related to various compliance issues




• Provide expert advice and guidance to stakeholders on various compliance matters to ensure ethical decisionmaking




• Conduct compliance risk assessments at a country level develop action plans based on findings and follow up with the business to ensure actions are put into place




• Provide training on compliance matters for the organization on a country level or to target risk groups




• Design deploy and lead a compliance uplift strategy across the Middle East Trkiye and Africa to ensure leadership engagement and tone from the top




• Lead internal communication campaigns and activities to raise compliance awareness




• Promote a complianceoriented culture and mindset among employees and business partners in the region




• Provide regular and comprehensive updates to the Compliance Director APM and KMTA Leadership Team on all compliance matters in the region

Are you the one

• Masters degree in business law finance or any other relevant field




• Minimum 5 years of relevant compliance experience preferably in large international organizations




• A proven record in conducting and managing internal investigations




• Compliance certifications such as CCEPI or CFE are seen as an advantage




• Fluent in English




• Proficient Arabic or Turkish language skills are seen as an advantage but not mandatory




• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to persuade and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization




• Effective stakeholder management collaboration and business partnering skills




• Willingness to travel frequently within the Middle East Trkiye and Africa.

What do we offer

• An exciting role in a multinational environment.




• An opportunity to work with a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry.




• A chance to be part of a highperforming team within a multinational company.




• A diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters professional growth.




• Continuous development and growth opportunities within our global organization.




• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

At KONE we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where coworkers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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