Strategic Enterprise Risk & Compliance Leader

Carter Knight FZ LLC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Carter Knight FZ LLC is supporting a leading public sector organisation in the UAE, searching for a Risk & Compliance Director. This senior leadership role focuses on enterprise-wide risk management, governance, and compliance to bolster national initiatives while navigating a regulated environment.

The role requires 12-15+ years of relevant experience, proven leadership skills, and professional certifications. The successful candidate will engage with executive leadership to support structured decision-making and governance.

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years of experience in risk management, governance, compliance, audit, or regulatory environments.
• Proven leadership experience within government, defence, or other highly regulated sectors.
• Strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks, governance standards, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of enterprise risk management and compliance frameworks.
• Advise executive leadership on strategic, operational, financial, regulatory, and reputational risks.
• Oversee compliance monitoring to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and governance standards.

Skills

Risk management

Governance

Compliance

Regulatory understanding

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Professional certifications (CRMA, CIA, CISA, etc.)

Job description

Carter Knight FZ LLC is supporting a leading public sector organisation in the UAE, searching for a Risk & Compliance Director. This senior leadership role focuses on enterprise-wide risk management, governance, and compliance to bolster national initiatives while navigating a regulated environment.

The role requires 12-15+ years of relevant experience, proven leadership skills, and professional certifications. The successful candidate will engage with executive leadership to support structured decision-making and governance.