KSA Compliance & MLRO Lead - Regulatory Risk & Training

Franklin Templeton Investments; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Templeton Investments in Saudi Arabia seeks a Compliance Officer to lead regulatory adherence for the KSA entity. The role requires delivering expert regulatory guidance to senior management, acting as MLRO, and collaborating with HR, Risk, and business units to manage compliance risks.

The incumbent will oversee monitoring programmes, ensure regulatory reporting, and serve as the CMA liaison to uphold licensing requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business experience.
• At least five years’ experience in financial services, including compliance or regulatory
• Must hold the CMA licences/authorisations.
• Extensive knowledge of local KSA regulatory framework and regulatory examination/inspection processes.
• Fluency in Arabic and English; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the Compliance Framework aligned with regulatory requirements and business objectives.
• Serve as the registered MLRO for the KSA entity, ensuring statutory obligations are met.
• Provide expert regulatory advice to senior management and employees.
• Advise on risk management processes and ensure risks are identified and mitigated.
• Lead compliance risk assessments for new products, business activities, and organizational changes.
• Oversee the Compliance and Risk Monitoring Programme and remediation tracking.
• Act as the primary regulatory liaison with CMA and relevant industry bodies.

Skills

Arabic & English fluency

Analytical & judgment skills

Presentation skills

Written & verbal communication

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Franklin Templeton Investments in Saudi Arabia seeks a Compliance Officer to lead regulatory adherence for the KSA entity. The role requires delivering expert regulatory guidance to senior management, acting as MLRO, and collaborating with HR, Risk, and business units to manage compliance risks.

The incumbent will oversee monitoring programmes, ensure regulatory reporting, and serve as the CMA liaison to uphold licensing requirements and industry standards.