Director of Compliance & Investigations

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Core job Responsibilities

1.

Strategy, Policy and Procedure 

• Develop and implement a Group-wide compliance framework and strategy aligned with UAE federal laws, international standards and 7X’s long-term governance and sustainability objectives.
• Establish and enforce compliance policies, whistleblower protocols, internal investigation procedures and monitoring programs that safeguard 7X against regulatory risks.
• Recommend compliance strategies, risk mitigation actions and regulatory engagement approaches.
• Deal with sensitive and confidential information related to work with discretion to protect the interests of 7X.

2.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management 

• Monitor, interpret and advise on applicable laws, regulatory updates and compliance obligations affecting 7X.
• Lead regulatory mapping, gap analysis and reporting to ensure full adherence to evolving standards.
• Conduct regular compliance audits, risk assessments and follow-up reviews, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and external bodies on compliance-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, anti-money laundering (AML), anti-bribery, sanctions and data protection requirements.

3.

Compliance monitoring & Awareness

• Lead the design and delivery of compliance awareness, training, and capacity-building programs across 7X.
• Foster a culture of ethical business conduct, transparency and accountability at all organizational levels.
• Ensure the implementation of compliance monitoring tools and reporting systems to track adherence and flag potential risks.

4.

Synergies with Stakeholders

• Provide expert compliance advice to the Executive Management and business unit leaders on regulatory and governance issues.
• Collaborate with Legal, Risk and Information Security to ensure integrated governance and risk mitigation approaches.

5.

Report Progress 

• Prepare compliance and governance reports for the Board committees, executive management and regulators.

6.

Other Tasks 

• Perform any other responsibilities relating to this job request or work task as allocated by the Line Manager.

COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Within 7X Group and subsidiaries

External: Clients, Third party service providers, Government authorities

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

Qualifications and Knowledge: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk, or related field.

Experience:

• 7-10 years’ experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, or governance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Job Specific Skills (Technical Competencies):

• Strong knowledge of UAE and international compliance frameworks, governance standards, and risk management methodologies.

• Regulatory compliance expertise (UAE Central Bank, AML, data protection, consumer protection).

• Risk assessment, monitoring, and reporting.

• Policy design and implementation.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

• Collaborative relationships across departments.

• Excellent Communication skills. 

Generic Skills (Behaviours Competencies): 

(As Per Competencies Dictionary available on the Intranet)

• Customer Service - Level 3

• Holding People Accountable & taking accountability - Level 3

• Influencing - Level 3

• Building Sustainability - Level 3

• Flexibility - Level 3

• Innovation - Level 3