Senior Ethics & Compliance Counsel

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected investment institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Compliance Counsel to lead and deliver crucial ethics and compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in compliance and a degree in Law, with a strong focus on governance and corporate law. This strategic role involves advising senior stakeholders and ensuring alignment with global best practices, contributing to the organization's integrity and accountability.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in compliance, regulatory enforcement, or legal advisory roles.
• Experience conducting investigations and handling internal compliance trainings is highly preferred.
• Compliance certifications (e.g., CCEP) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ethics & compliance policies aligned with international and UAE laws.
• Lead compliance risk assessments and manage mitigation plans across assigned functions.
• Deliver engaging ethics training and awareness campaigns across the organisation.

Skills

Internal compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory enforcement

Ethics training

Education

Bachelor's or graduate degree in Law

Job description

A respected investment institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Compliance Counsel to lead and deliver crucial ethics and compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in compliance and a degree in Law, with a strong focus on governance and corporate law. This strategic role involves advising senior stakeholders and ensuring alignment with global best practices, contributing to the organization's integrity and accountability.