Confidential Governance, Compliance and Risk Advisor

Job description / Role

The Company

Robert Half are working with a company based in DIFC, looking to hire in their team.

The Role

As a confidential Governance, Compliance and Risk Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring regulatory adherence and risk mitigation strategies within the esteemed organisation. Your leadership, guidance, and expertise will be instrumental in fostering a culture of compliance and accountability across the team. Additionally, you will provide crucial support to the Business Development team, advising prospective clients on their setup within the DIFC and navigating compliance regulations.

* Lead, guide, and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performing environment with a strong sense of personal accountability.
* Conduct training sessions and provide assistance in managing workload and time effectively.
* Oversee the establishment of businesses from a regulatory compliance perspective, ensuring adherence to local regulations and standards.
* Cultivate a compliance culture within our client companies, providing advice and guidance on compliance-related issues.
* Implement and monitor local compliance policies and procedures to mitigate the risk of regulatory breaches.
* Conduct risk-based monitoring and surveillance programs, providing training to relevant client employees and maintaining relationships with regulators.
* Act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), overseeing compliance with anti-money laundering policies, procedures, and controls.
* Draft annual compliance plans, ensuring alignment with key objectives to mitigate compliance risk.
* Implement anti-money laundering policies and oversee day-to-day compliance with relevant legislation.
* Serve as the point of contact for regulatory authorities and respond promptly to requests for information.
* Establish and maintain an appropriate money laundering training program and awareness arrangements.

Requirements

The Candidate

* Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in Finance/Accounting, with at least 4 years in progressively senior managerial roles.
* Chartered Accountant Certification (CA, ACA, etc.) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Qualification preferred.
* Fluent written and spoken English is essential, proficiency in Arabic is a plus.

Join us in this confidential role where you'll have the opportunity to drive impactful change and ensure regulatory compliance within the organisation. If you're a seasoned professional with a passion for governance, compliance, and risk management, we invite you to apply and be part of the dedicated team.

Please note that due to the confidential nature of this role, further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

Salary and Benefits

30,000 AED a month, plus company benefits

Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

About the Company

Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world\'s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide.