Senior Specialist, Compliance

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family visa

Annual flight tickets

Medical insurance for dependents

Education allowance

Job summary

EDGE is seeking a Senior Specialist, Compliance in Abu Dhabi to develop and maintain a robust Compliance Management System (CMS) ensuring adherence to regulatory, legal, contractual, and industry requirements locally and globally.

You will monitor regulatory developments, manage risks, and collaborate with stakeholders to embed compliance into policies, processes, and operations, including audits and reporting.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in Compliance, Governance, Risk Management, Regulatory Affairs or related fields.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining Compliance Management Systems (CMS) and governance frameworks.
• Experience engaging with government authorities, regulators, certification bodies, auditors, clients, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's CMS and governance frameworks.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess compliance risks across the business.
• Coordinate internal and external compliance audits, inspections, and reporting obligations.
• Provide periodic compliance reports to management and governance committees.

Skills

Compliance

Governance

Risk management

Regulatory affairs

Auditing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Governance, Engineering or related field

Job description

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At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

REMAYA helps our clients verify and validate the performance of their platforms and systems through rigorous test and evaluation practices. We apply scientific methodologies and Systems-Engineering principles to gather critical performance data on test platforms and provide users with an evidence base which allows them to make well-informed, data-led decisions about their platforms and systems.

REMAYA operates a secure test and evaluation facility, known as XRANGE. From its secure island setting, XRANGE provides over 350km2 of test range area as well as up to 10,000ft of airspace to assess platforms and systems in operationally realistic conditions and scenarios. Open all year around to both UAE and Internation clients and supported by dedicated infrastructure, advanced instrumentation and data capture systems, it is a unique testing environment in the heart of the Middle East. Our expert engineering teams support our clients with trials planning and advisory services across their product lifecycle, from concept to in service upgrades. REMAYA also deploys mobile instrumentation and support services directly to our clients, providing mobile test and evaluation range support both in the UAE and Globally.

The Senior Specialist, Compliance is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's Compliance Management System (CMS) to ensure adherence to applicable regulatory, legal, contractual, and industry requirements imposed by government authorities, clients, and regulatory bodies. The role ensures compliance obligations are effectively integrated into policies, processes, and business operations.

The role develops and maintains compliance frameworks, controls, monitoring mechanisms, and reporting processes, while monitoring regulatory developments and assessing compliance risks. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the role supports business operations locally and internationally while mitigating regulatory, financial, operational, and reputational risks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance Framework Development

• Design, establish, and continuously improve the organization's Compliance Management System (CMS).
• Develop compliance policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks aligned with applicable regulatory, contractual, and industry requirements.
• Maintain a centralized compliance register covering applicable laws, regulations, permits, licenses, certifications, and contractual obligations.
• Develop compliance monitoring tools, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms.

Regulatory Compliance Management

• Identify, interpret, and assess applicable regulatory, legal, contractual, and industry requirements from local, regional, and international authorities.
• Monitor regulatory developments, assess business impacts, and ensure compliance obligations are incorporated into company policies, processes, and controls.
• Coordinate implementation of regulatory requirements across business units.
• Ensure timely regulatory filings, submissions, renewals, certifications, and reporting obligations.
• Serve as the primary compliance focal point for regulatory authorities and stakeholders, providing regulatory guidance and maintaining records of regulatory interpretations and compliance requirements.

Client & Contractual Compliance

• Analyze client compliance requirements, contractual obligations, and industry-specific standards.
• Ensure project deliverables and operational activities comply with contractual requirements.
• Maintain records demonstrating compliance with customer requirements.

International Standards & Certifications

• Implement and maintain compliance with applicable international standards and certification frameworks, including:ISO 37301,ISO 9001,ISO 27001,ISO 14001,ISO 45001
• ESG and Sustainability frameworks, where applicable
• Coordinate internal readiness activities and external certification audits.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments across the organization.
• Develop mitigation plans and corrective action programs.
• Establish compliance controls and monitoring mechanisms.
• Monitor compliance findings, non-conformances, observations, and corrective actions, ensuring timely remediation and closure.

Audits & Inspections

• Prepare the organization for regulatory inspections, client audits, and certification assessments.
• Coordinate internal and external compliance audits, reviews, and inspections.
• Track audit findings and corrective actions through to closure.

Compliance Monitoring & Reporting

• Develop compliance KPIs, reporting metrics, and performance dashboards.
• Provide periodic compliance reports to management and governance committees.
• Maintain compliance dashboards and risk indicators.
• Escalate significant compliance risks, issues, and emerging regulatory concerns.

Documentation & Record Management

• Maintain regulatory documentation, compliance records, and evidence repositories.
• Ensure effective document control and record retention practices.
• Maintain systems for tracking permits, licenses, certifications, and compliance obligations.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance requirements effectively implemented across organization.
• Serve as the primary compliance focal point for regulatory authorities, certification bodies, auditors, clients, consultants, and other external stakeholders.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Governance, Engineering, Public Policy, or related field.
• 8-12 years of experience in Compliance, Governance, Risk Management, Regulatory Affairs, Legal Compliance, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior or lead compliance role.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and maintaining Compliance Management Systems (CMS) and governance frameworks.
• Experience interpreting and implementing complex regulatory, contractual, and industry requirements within a highly regulated environment.
• Experience conducting compliance assessments, audits, inspections, and corrective action programs.
• Experience engaging with government authorities, regulators, certification bodies, auditors, clients, and other external stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in a relevant field.
• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP).
• International Diploma in Governance, Risk & Compliance.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
• Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM).

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.