Strategic Compliance Policy & Governance Lead

Confidentiel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidentiel in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Compliance Policy & Governance Manager to develop and implement compliance policies in a CB UAE-regulated environment. The role is hands-on, focusing on policy development, regulatory change, and governance rather than pure AML/KYC monitoring.

You will translate regulatory requirements into practical internal controls, coordinate across functions, and support governance updates for senior management.

Qualifications

• 7-12+ years in Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Governance, Policy or Regulatory Affairs.
• Experience in banking, financial services, fintech or other regulated financial institutions.
• Hands-on policy drafting and development experience.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical policies and controls.
• Strong understanding of regulatory change management and impact assessment.
• Experience with regulatory gap analysis and remediation activities.
• Familiarity with governance frameworks and staff training on compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, draft, review and maintain compliance policies, procedures and frameworks.
• Translate regulatory requirements into clear and practical internal policies.
• Ensure policies align with CBUAE requirements and other regulations.
• Identify gaps between regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Coordinate policy updates and implementation across relevant functions.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on the organization.
• Maintain records of regulatory changes, assessments and actions taken.
• Support design and implementation of controls arising from regulatory requirements.
• Assist in governance activities and prepare updates for senior management.

Skills

Compliance

Regulatory Compliance

Policy drafting

Change management

Gap analysis

Governance frameworks

Stakeholder management

CBUAE experience

Communication

Job description

Confidentiel in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Compliance Policy & Governance Manager to develop and implement compliance policies in a CB UAE-regulated environment. The role is hands-on, focusing on policy development, regulatory change, and governance rather than pure AML/KYC monitoring.

You will translate regulatory requirements into practical internal controls, coordinate across functions, and support governance updates for senior management.