Regulatory Compliance Consultant

Capitex; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Consultant for a short-term engagement. The role involves enhancing compliance policies, conducting risk assessments, and providing regulatory guidance. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in regulatory compliance with strong knowledge of conduct risk frameworks. Competitive compensation is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in regulatory compliance or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of conduct risk frameworks in the UAE or GCC.
• Experience in short-term compliance projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and implement compliance policies to meet UAE regulations.
• Support compliance monitoring plans and risk assessments.
• Provide regulatory advice to internal teams.

Skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Conduct risk management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Job description

Role

Regulatory Compliance Consultant

Location

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Contract Type

Short-term Contract

Working Model

On-site, Standard Office Hours

Start Date

Immediate

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Consultant to join a leading consulting firm in Abu Dhabi on a short-term engagement. The successful candidate will support the delivery of regulatory compliance initiatives, focusing on conduct risk management and the implementation of frameworks aligned with local and international regulations. This is a hands-on role ideal for professionals with strong compliance knowledge and prior exposure to conduct risk frameworks within financial services or consulting environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, enhance, and implement compliance policies and frameworks to meet UAE regulatory requirements.
• Support the development and delivery of compliance monitoring plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure alignment with evolving Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and other regulatory standards.
• Assess and strengthen conduct risk frameworks within the organization.
• Review processes, controls, and reporting mechanisms to ensure responsible conduct across operations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive compliance with conduct-related obligations.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

• Provide regulatory advice and guidance to internal teams and client stakeholders.
• Prepare reports and documentation for senior management and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support internal training and awareness sessions on conduct and compliance risks.

Key Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in regulatory compliance, risk management, or related roles within financial services, consulting, or banking.
• Strong knowledge of conduct risk frameworks, ideally within the UAE or GCC region.
• Prior experience supporting short-term regulatory or compliance transformation projects is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with UAE regulatory standards, particularly CBUAE guidelines.
• Experience conducting gap assessments, drafting policies, and implementing effective controls.
• Strong report‑writing, analytical, and presentation skills.

Soft Skills

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and proactive in approach.

Engagement Details

• Contract Type: Short-term consulting engagement
• Duration: Approximately 3–4 months
• Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Working Hours: Standard office-based hours
• Start Date: Immediate or as agreed

Compensation

Competitive, based on experience