Compliance Officer

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Compliance Officer to lead and strengthen our compliance framework. The successful candidate will ensure the organization operates in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies while advising senior leadership on regulatory obligations and governance matters.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities, managing inspections, audits, and communications.
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend appropriate compliance actions.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the company’s compliance program and annual plan.
• Deliver compliance training and promote awareness across the organization.
• Prepare compliance reports for executive management, the audit committee, and the board of directors.
• Coordinate internal reviews and external audits, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Partner with Legal, Internal Audit, Risk, and business teams to strengthen compliance oversight.
• Conduct investigations into compliance breaches and oversee corrective actions.
• Manage whistleblower and fraud reporting processes while fostering an ethical culture.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional compliance certification is an advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles, preferably in a regulated industry.
• At least 1 year of experience in the compliance department of a publicly listed company.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, governance, and risk management.
• Excellent knowledge of labour laws and regulatory requirements.
• Experience conducting investigations and handling confidential matters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• ERP systems