Head of Compliance & Risk - FSRA/SMF16 Expert, Abu Dhabi

Compliance Recruitment Solutions; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 789,000 - 988,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Broker Dealer in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Head of Compliance & Risk. This pivotal role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in financial services compliance, strong regulatory liaison skills, and significant product knowledge in Equities, Fixed Income, FX & Funds. Offering a salary of £160K - £200K tax-free, along with a hybrid working policy, this position allows for commuting from Dubai. Benefits include a housing allowance, discretionary bonus, private medical coverage, and a full relocation package.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Discretionary bonus

Housing allowance

Private medical

Relocation package

Annual family return flights to the UK

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in financial services compliance.
• Experience in liaising with regulators and handling enquiries.
• Strong product knowledge across Equities, Fixed Income, FX & Funds.

Responsibilities

• Act as the firm’s designated Head of Compliance and Risk.
• Maintain compliance with FSRA Rulebooks and regulations.
• Serve as primary liaison with the FSRA for regulatory matters.
• Establish and oversee the firm‑wide Risk Management Framework.

Skills

Financial services compliance

Regulatory liaison

Risk management

Product knowledge across Equities, Fixed Income, FX & Funds

Education

Graduate or ICA/CISI/ACAMS qualification

Job description

A leading Broker Dealer in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Head of Compliance & Risk. This pivotal role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in financial services compliance, strong regulatory liaison skills, and significant product knowledge in Equities, Fixed Income, FX & Funds. Offering a salary of £160K - £200K tax-free, along with a hybrid working policy, this position allows for commuting from Dubai. Benefits include a housing allowance, discretionary bonus, private medical coverage, and a full relocation package.