The Role
Establish and maintain a Compliance Management System aligned to UAE regulations. Monitor regulatory changes, lead risk assessments, deliver AML/KYC and anti-bribery training, oversee audits/investigations, liaise with regulators, advise leadership, report to the Audit & Risk Committee, and track KPIs to ensure compliance across operations.
Summary Generated by Built In
Black Pearl is partnering with a leading engineering / infrastructure firm to appoint a Compliance Manager. You will establish and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework, ensure regulatory adherence, and foster an ethical, risk-aware culture across all operations.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Compliance Management System (CMS) in line with UAE federal regulations and internal policies.
• Monitor changes in water-sector and utility regulations; assess impacts and drive updates to policies and procedures.
• Lead periodic compliance risk assessments and gap analyses across business units.
• Design and deliver training on anti-bribery, AML/KYC, and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee internal audits and investigations into potential compliance breaches; prepare findings and corrective-action plans.
• Act as primary liaison with regulators, external auditors, and law-enforcement agencies.
• Advise senior leadership on emerging compliance risks and remediation strategies.
• Prepare and present quarterly compliance dashboards and reports to the Audit & Risk Committee.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track compliance performance and incident resolution.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Operations, and Project teams to integrate compliance into all processes.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CAMS, CCEP, ISO 37301 Lead) preferred.
• Experience: 5–8 years in a compliance role within a regulated environment (utilities, infrastructure, government services). Demonstrated expertise in AML/KYC, regulatory reporting, and internal controls.
• Technical Skills:
In-depth knowledge of UAE regulatory bodies (e.g., CBUAE, Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure).
Proficiency with compliance monitoring platforms and risk-management software.
Core Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and stakeholder management, high ethical standards, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Languages
English: Fluent (required)
Arabic: Preferred
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Key Demographic Requirements - applicants must be:
- Fluent Arabic Speaker
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration or related field
- Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CAMS, CCEP, ISO 37301 Lead)
- 5-8 years in a compliance role within a regulated environment (utilities, infrastructure, government services)
- Demonstrated expertise in AML/KYC, regulatory reporting, and internal controls
- In-depth knowledge of UAE regulatory bodies (e.g., CBUAE, Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure)
- Proficiency with compliance monitoring platforms and risk-management software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- High ethical standards and meticulous attention to detail
- English fluency
- Arabic fluency
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The Company
What We Do
Black Pearl is a leading HR consultancy and specialist recruitment firm based in the UAE and GCC. They provide customized HR solutions, executive search, and strategic recruitment services across various corporate support, finance, accounting, and business operations roles, helping clients achieve success through tailored staffing and HR consulting services.
