Risk & Compliance Manager

Intelligent Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the UAE is seeking an experienced Risk & Compliance Manager to oversee and strengthen compliance frameworks. The role will ensure adherence to UAE regulations while managing various risks across business functions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in risk management, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in compliance governance. This position offers a chance to shape a culture of compliance and work collaboratively with senior leadership to influence risk management strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in financial services risk management.
• Professional certifications preferred (ICA, ACAMS, FRM, CIA).
• Strong understanding of UAE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with UAE laws and regulations.
• Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks.
• Develop compliance policies and procedures.
• Lead training programs to promote compliance culture.

Skills

Financial services risk management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Problem-solving

Education

University degree in a relevant field

Diploma with 10 years of experience

Job description

General Overview:

We are supporting a leading organization in the UAE to hire an experienced Risk & Compliance Manager who will oversee and strengthen the companys risk governance and regulatory compliance frameworks. This role is responsible for ensuring the organization complies with UAE laws and regulations proactively managing risks and embedding a strong culture of compliance across the business. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in risk management compliance oversight regulatory frameworks and cross-functional collaboration within the UAE market.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure full compliance with all applicable UAE laws, regulations and industry standards.
• Serve as a central point of contact for regulatory matters, audits, inspections and external stakeholders.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, monitor and mitigate financial, operational, regulatory, reputational and compliance risks.
• Develop and implement risk management frameworks, tools and internal controls.
• Conduct risk assessments for new products, services and initiatives.
• Lead internal investigations into compliance breaches or risk incidents.
• Continuously monitor internal and external risk factors, including regulatory updates and market trends.

Compliance Governance

• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures and programs.
• Conduct internal reviews to ensure adherence to compliance standards and internal controls.
• Work closely with senior leadership to integrate risk considerations into decision-making.
• Liaise with external auditors, regulators and governance bodies when required.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare timely reports for senior management and governance committees on risk and compliance matters.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of risk assessments, mitigation plans, incident reports and regulatory correspondence.
• Ensure timely submission of regulatory reporting required under UAE law.

Training & Awareness

• Lead training programs to promote risk awareness and compliance culture across all departments.
• Guide teams in understanding and managing risks within their areas of responsibility.

Continuous Improvement

• Review and enhance risk and compliance frameworks to align with best practices.
• Stay updated on emerging risks, regulatory developments and industry standards.

Key Requirements:

• University degree with a minimum of 5 years experience in financial services risk management or related fields (OR) Diploma with 10 years experience in relevant fields.
• Professional certifications preferred (depending on focus area):
• Compliance: ICA Advanced Certificates, ACAMS, AML certifications
• Risk: FRM, CIA, CMA or other recognized risk qualifications
• Strong understanding of UAE regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Proven track record in managing risk and compliance functions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High integrity, professionalism and strong ethical standards.

Competencies:

• Detail-oriented with strong risk identification skills.
• Proactive and solution-focused.
• Strong organizational and time-management ability.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams.