Senior GRC Lead – UAE Insurance & Regulatory Compliance (Dubai)

Uae Job Alert; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Orient Insurance PJSC in Dubai seeks a Senior Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist to lead governance and regulatory compliance across the UAE and international branches. You will partner with senior management, regulators, and subsidiaries to ensure adherence to laws, standards, and internal policies.

Significant UAE insurance sector experience is required. The role involves coordinating regulatory audits, maintaining compliance monitoring processes, and driving AML and risk management

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of professional experience in Governance and Compliance.
• Preferably with substantial experience within the UAE insurance industry.
• Strong knowledge of UAE insurance regulations.
• Experience liaising with UAE regulatory authorities.
• Certifications in Compliance, AML, Risk Management or Corporate Governance would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and oversee governance policies and frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with UAE insurance laws and healthcare-related regulations.
• Coordinate with regulators and manage regulatory audits.
• Provide regulatory reporting and monitoring across branches and subsidiaries.
• Lead compliance training and awareness programs for staff.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

GRC

AML

Stakeholder management

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law/Finance/Risk Management

Master’s degree advantageous

Job description

Orient Insurance PJSC in Dubai seeks a Senior Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist to lead governance and regulatory compliance across the UAE and international branches. You will partner with senior management, regulators, and subsidiaries to ensure adherence to laws, standards, and internal policies.

Significant UAE insurance sector experience is required. The role involves coordinating regulatory audits, maintaining compliance monitoring processes, and driving AML and risk management