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Compliance Manager

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across saudi, uae with 7 recent postings.

GCC postings
7
Active markets
2
Typical experience
8-12 years
In brief

A Compliance Manager in the GCC region requires excel, communication, analytical, aws, erp. Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

What a Compliance Manager earns in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Compliance Manager. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
18,000
Median
27,500
75th percentile
40,000
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Key responsibilities
  • 01Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies across all areas of operation, particularly in the water and power industries.
  • 02Implement and monitor compliance programs, regularly reviewing policies, and ensuring adherence to environmental, health, safety, and corporate governance laws.
  • 03Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments, identifying potential risks and developing strategies to address them.
  • 04Collaborate with department heads to support compliance
  • 05related activities and provide training on compliance standards and protocols.
  • 06Investigate potential compliance breaches, manage violation cases, and provide corrective actions.
  • 07Stay current on regulatory changes and update policies and practices as necessary.
  • 08Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
  • 0912 years of experience in compliance, legal, or risk management roles.
  • 106 years of specific experience in compliance, ideally within the water and power industries.
  • 11Professional certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) are highly advantageous.
  • 12Strong analytical and problem
Required qualifications
  • — Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies across all areas of operation, particularly in the water and power industries.
  • — Implement and monitor compliance programs, regularly reviewing policies, and ensuring adherence to environmental, health, safety, and corporate governance laws.
  • — Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments, identifying potential risks and developing strategies to address them.
  • — Collaborate with department heads to support compliance
  • — related activities and provide training on compliance standards and protocols.
  • — Investigate potential compliance breaches, manage violation cases, and provide corrective actions.
  • — Stay current on regulatory changes and update policies and practices as necessary.
  • — Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
Preferred qualifications
  • — Professional certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) are highly advantageous.
Education requirements
  • — Bachelor's degree

Required skills

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Preferred skills

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Hiring companies we see

  • Al Tayer Group
  • SeaPay
  • Saudi Tadawul Group
  • Jari Solutions
  • Black Pearl

Hired across

  • saudi
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Compliance Manager do in the GCC?

    A Compliance Manager in the GCC performs core duties related to excel, communication, analytical, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Compliance Manager?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 8-12 years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Compliance Manager in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across saudi, uae, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Compliance Manager role?

    Key skills include excel, communication, analytical, aws, erp, audit, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Compliance Manager in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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