Business Setup Advisor - SCA, DIFC, ADGM

Job Title: Business Consultant – Company Setup & Regulatory Licensing

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Type: Full-Time

About AKW Consultants:

AKW Consultants is a leading professional service consultancy, part of the AKW Group of Companies, registered with the Dubai Economic Department and the DMCC, UAE. We have been serving clients across the GCC region, providing expertise in compliance, third-party audits, and regulatory requirements.

About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Business Consultant with hands-on expertise in UAE company setups (mainland and free zones) and regulated licensing. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working with key jurisdictions such as ADGM, DIFC, DMCC, RAKEZ, and SCA, and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks including DFSA and FSRA.

This is a client-facing role that requires a combination of technical knowledge, problem-solving ability, and strong communication skills to guide clients seamlessly through the business setup and licensing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on company formation in UAE mainland and free zones (ADGM, DIFC, DMCC, RAKEZ, etc.).
• Manage the end-to-end setup process, including documentation, submission, and approvals.
• Handle applications for regulated licensing with authorities such as DFSA, FSRA, and SCA.
• Liaise with government bodies, free zone authorities, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.
• Keep abreast of UAE’s evolving corporate laws, regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Recommend suitable jurisdictions and legal structures based on client needs.
• Build strong client relationships, ensuring clarity, trust, and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and internal teams to streamline processes.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in UAE company setup and incorporation across mainland and free zones.
• Strong knowledge of regulated licensing processes (DFSA, FSRA, SCA).
• Direct exposure to working with ADGM, DIFC, DMCC, RAKEZ jurisdictions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client portfolios.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent