Strategic Compliance Leader - UAE Utilities

Black Pearl Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 391,000 - 625,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult is partnering with a leading engineering and infrastructure firm in Dubai to appoint a Compliance Manager responsible for establishing and maintaining a comprehensive compliance framework across all operations.

You will monitor UAE regulatory developments, lead risk assessments, design anti-bribery and AML/KYC training, and oversee internal audits plus investigations, ensuring timely remediation and board-level reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5–8 years in a compliance role within a regulated environment (utilities, infrastructure, government services).
• In-depth knowledge of UAE regulatory bodies (e.g., CBUAE, Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure).
• Proficiency with compliance monitoring platforms and risk-management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance the CMS in line with UAE regulations.
• Monitor changes in water-sector and utility regulations; update policies.
• Lead compliance risk assessments and gap analyses.
• Design and deliver training on AML/KYC and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee internal audits and investigations; prepare corrective actions.
• Liaise with regulators, external auditors, and law enforcement.
• Advise leadership on emerging risks and remediation.
• Present quarterly dashboards and reports to Audit & Risk Committee.
• Establish KPIs to track compliance performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Ethical standards

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CAMS, CCEP, ISO 37301 Lead)

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 06/10/2025

Black Pearl is partnering with a leading engineering / infrastructure firm to appoint a Compliance Manager. You will establish and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework, ensure regulatory adherence, and foster an ethical, risk-aware culture across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Compliance Management System (CMS) in line with UAE federal regulations and internal policies.

• Monitor changes in water-sector and utility regulations; assess impacts and drive updates to policies and procedures.

• Lead periodic compliance risk assessments and gap analyses across business units.

• Design and deliver training on anti-bribery, AML/KYC, and other regulatory requirements.

• Oversee internal audits and investigations into potential compliance breaches; prepare findings and corrective-action plans.

• Act as primary liaison with regulators, external auditors, and law-enforcement agencies.

• Advise senior leadership on emerging compliance risks and remediation strategies.

• Prepare and present quarterly compliance dashboards and reports to the Audit & Risk Committee.

• Establish and monitor KPIs to track compliance performance and incident resolution.

• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Operations, and Project teams to integrate compliance into all processes.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CAMS, CCEP, ISO 37301 Lead) preferred.

• Experience: 5–8 years in a compliance role within a regulated environment (utilities, infrastructure, government services). Demonstrated expertise in AML/KYC, regulatory reporting, and internal controls.

In-depth knowledge of UAE regulatory bodies (e.g., CBUAE, Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure).

Proficiency with compliance monitoring platforms and risk-management software.

Core Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and stakeholder management, high ethical standards, and meticulous attention to detail.

Disclaimer: Please note that Black Pearl will never ask any of its candidates for any payment in exchange for our service in helping candidates find a job. Our service is free to our candidates and the recruitment fee is paid by our clients. If you receive any emails, SMS, or calls requesting you to pay from someone claiming to be an employee of Black Pearl before they can process your application, please report and write an email to us.

Key Demographic Requirements- applicants must be: