Compliance Officer

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Compliance Officer to join our team, to be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be responsible for responsible for implementing and monitoring compliance programs related to third-party risk management, conflict of interest disclosures, donations and sponsorships due diligence, gift and hospitality tracking, restricted party screening, and internal allegations and investigations. This role supports the company’s commitment to ethical business practices and regulatory compliance, particularly in the renewable energy and solar EPC sector across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Third-Party Management Due Diligence

• Conduct risk-based due diligence on third parties, including suppliers, subcontractors, agents, and joint venture partners.
• Manage onboarding and periodic re-evaluation processes using internal tools or third-party platforms.
• Evaluate red flags and escalate high-risk relationships for senior review.

2. Conflict of Interests

• Oversee the conflict of interest disclosure process for employees and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain a centralized conflicts register and ensure timely review and mitigation of reported conflicts.
• Develop and deliver training sessions on conflicts of interest and ethical decision-making.

3. Donations & Sponsorships Due Diligence

• Review and approve donations, sponsorships, and community investments to ensure alignment with company policy, anti-bribery laws, and corporate social responsibility objectives.
• Perform due diligence on recipient organizations and assess potential reputational risks.
• Document and track all approvals and monitor post-donation use where required.

4. Gift, Hospitality & Sponsored Travel Management

• Administer the company’s gifts, hospitality, and travel (GHT) policy, ensuring compliance with internal thresholds and approval procedures.
• Maintain GHT registers, review submitted requests, and assess for potential undue influence or policy violations.
• Conduct spot audits and reporting on trends or risks in GHT activities.

5. Restricted Party Screening

• Screen third parties, vendors, and individuals against global watchlists (e.g., OFAC, UN, EU, etc.).
• Monitor export control and sanctions regulations to ensure compliance in cross-border transactions.
• Investigate potential hits and determine appropriate escalation or clearance procedures.

Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Compliance, or related field (Master’s degree or professional certifications such as CCEP, LPEC, or equivalent preferred).
• 4–7 years of compliance experience in an industrial or energy-related company, preferably in solar, EPC, or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record in third-party due diligence and managing ethical compliance programs.