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.
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 across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 16,000 AED | 27,500 AED | 42,500 AED | 59,000 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 15,000 SAR | 26,500 SAR | 40,500 SAR | 56,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 16,500 QAR | 29,000 QAR | 44,500 QAR | 62,000 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,300 KWD | 2,250 KWD | 3,500 KWD | 4,850 KWD |
| Oman | 1,450 OMR | 2,500 OMR | 3,900 OMR | 5,400 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,400 BHD | 2,400 BHD | 3,700 BHD | 5,100 BHD |
How Compliance Manager pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Based on 500 data points · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- Al Tayer Group
- SeaPay
- Saudi Tadawul Group
- Jari Solutions
- Black Pearl
Active markets
- saudi
- uae
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Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies across all areas of operation, particularly in the water and power industries.
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Implement and monitor compliance programs, regularly reviewing policies, and ensuring adherence to environmental, health, safety, and corporate governance laws.
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Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments, identifying potential risks and developing strategies to address them.
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Collaborate with department heads to support compliance
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related activities and provide training on compliance standards and protocols.
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Investigate potential compliance breaches, manage violation cases, and provide corrective actions.
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Stay current on regulatory changes and update policies and practices as necessary.
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Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
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