Compliance Officer - Arabic speaker

ADIV Human Resources Consultancies, L.L.C; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A Compliance Consultancy is seeking a Compliance Officer for its Compliance Department in Sharjah. The successful candidate will ensure full compliance with Free Zone regulations, UAE laws, and AML/CFT requirements. Responsibilities include monitoring regulatory filings, conducting compliance checks, maintaining records, and acting as a liaison with regulatory bodies. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or related fields, previous compliance experience in a UAE context, and proficiency in both Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Previous compliance experience within a Free Zone or regulated UAE environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks and compliance best practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure ongoing compliance with Free Zone authority regulations, AML/CFT requirements, and applicable UAE laws.
• Monitor company activities, licenses, and regulatory filings to ensure timely renewals and submissions.
• Conduct compliance checks, risk assessments, and internal reviews.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and prepare reports for management and regulators.
• Act as the primary point of contact with Free Zone authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries.

Skills

High attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

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

Job description

Proficiency in both Arabic and English needed

We are looking for a Compliance Officer to join our client's Compliance Department. The ideal candidate will ensure the company’s full compliance with Free Zone regulations, UAE laws, AML/CFT requirements, and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure ongoing compliance with Free Zone authority regulations, AML/CFT requirements, and applicable UAE laws
• Monitor company activities, licenses, and regulatory filings to ensure timely renewals and submissions
• Conduct compliance checks, risk assessments, and internal reviews
• Maintain accurate compliance records and prepare reports for management and regulators
• Act as the primary point of contact with Free Zone authorities and regulatory bodies
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Compliance, or a related field

Experience

• Previous compliance experience within a Free Zone or regulated UAE environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks and compliance best practices

Skills

• High attention to detail
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Languages

• Proficiency in both Arabic and English