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Naffco

<div><p><b>Job Summary:</b><br>
We are searching for a meticulous, technically adept, and compliance-focused individual to join our company as a Contracts &amp; Engineering Compliance Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional who excels at ensuring legal, regulatory, and contractual compliance in engineering projects. The successful applicant will collaborate closely with project delivery, legal, and engineering teams to ensure all activities meet internal and external compliance standards. If you have a passion for risk mitigation, thrive on process improvement, and possess a keen eye for detail, we invite you to help shape our compliance culture and safeguard operational integrity in an innovative, client-centric environment.
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Key Responsibilities &ndash; Contract Management, Engineering Compliance, and Risk Control</b></h2><ul>
<li>Review, interpret, and administer contracts to ensure that all deliverables meet contract terms, applicable standards, and company policies.</li>
<li>Collaborate with project managers, engineers, suppliers, and legal advisors to clarify requirements and confirm contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.</li>
<li>Monitor and ensure engineering activities align with statutory regulations, industry codes, and best practices, flagging and addressing any deviations.</li>
<li>Maintain up-to-date records and documentation of contracts, compliance checks, risk assessments, and other critical project paperwork.</li>
<li>Facilitate regular audits, site inspections, and compliance reviews, identifying gaps and helping teams to implement required changes.</li>
<li>Proactively identify, assess, and report contractual and regulatory risks early in project planning and execution stages.</li>
<li>Provide compliance training and guidance to project teams, fostering a culture of risk awareness and robust governance.</li>
<li>Support continuous process improvements in contract management, compliance procedures, and data integrity controls.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Skills &ndash; Contract Administration, Engineering Regulations, and Communication</b></h3><ul>
<li>Solid understanding of engineering project contracts, commercial terms, and risk management.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of statutory compliance frameworks and relevant engineering standards.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical and investigative skills to review documentation and identify non-conformance or potential risk.</li>
<li>Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for clear and concise reporting, documentation, and stakeholder liaison.</li>
<li>Meticulous attention to detail and record keeping in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</li>
<li>Strong organisational and collaboration abilities, managing competing priorities while maintaining compliance standards.</li>
</ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications &amp; Experience &ndash; Engineering Compliance, Contract Administration, and Industry Knowledge</b></h4><ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or diploma in Engineering, Law, Business Administration, or a related technical or legal field is preferred.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience in contract administration, compliance, or risk management within an engineering, technical, or construction environment.</li>
</ul><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why Join Us &ndash; Develop Your Career in Contract Compliance and Engineering Governance</b></h6><ul>
<li>Work with respected clients and leading-edge technologies in a progressive engineering setting.</li>
<li>Supportive, collaborative workplace with strong emphasis on continuous improvement, compliance, and professional growth.</li>
<li>Attractive package including performance incentives, benefits, and development opportunities within a reputable organisation.</li>
</ul><p>
We value inclusion and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If you are enthusiastic about contract governance, compliance, and making a positive impact in the engineering sector, we encourage you to apply and join our team.</p></div>

Contracts Specialist

Roads and Transport Authority

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Job Purpose
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Providing the primary role in managing the RTA&rsquo;s enterprise risk operations, which are consistent with the related strategic goals and objectives/directions from senior management that are in line with local/federal policies, and developing programs to plan, monitor and develop the RTA&rsquo;s corporate risk policies and strategies
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   KEY RESULTS &amp; ACCOUNTABILITIES
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 <ol>
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   Assist in preparing risk reports for the Roads and Transport Authority
  </li>
  <li>
   Design and update ERM awareness materials on the Roads and Transport Authority&rsquo;s internal network
  </li>
  <li>
   Follow up implementing on planned action items derived from various enterprise risk management activities
  </li>
  <li>
   Providing enterprise risk management training to the agencies and sectors
  </li>
  <li>
   Support the planning and scheduling of enterprise risk audits
  </li>
  <li>
   Implement the directives of the Corporate Risk Manager and Administration Manager and provide full assistance to carry out tasks and duties
  </li>
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   Perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned
  </li>
  <li>
   Post creating awareness of the culture of corporate risk management in the Roads and Transport Authority through implement various activities such as training, workshops, seminars, external participations, etc
  </li>
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   Conduct assessments, reviews, audits/inspection related to authority risks and identify areas for improvement
  </li>
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   Effective communication/coordination with all concerned parties to ensure the provision of the necessary support to enhance enterprise risk management at the Roads and Transport Authority
  </li>
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   Develop technical expertise in all matters related to corporate risks at the RTA
  </li>
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   Conduct research on external risks to the Roads and Transport Authority and improve enterprise risk management frameworks
  </li>
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   Preparing periodic reports on enterprise risks
  </li>
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   Manage &amp; develop enterprise risk management software and providing assistance to other users of risk management software
  </li>
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   Post enterprise risk policy and frameworks are communicated, understood and implemented effectively across all organizations
  </li>
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   Develop, implement and maintain the RTA&rsquo;s enterprise risk management framework
  </li>
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   Providing guidance and assistance to implement enterprise risk management initiatives and programs in sectors and agencies
  </li>
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   Ensure that the Authority risk management policy of the Roads and Transport Authority is implemented and understood effectively by all partners
  </li>
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   Technical Competencies
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   Develop and govern risk management
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   Auditing and assessing risks
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   Education
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   Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Chemical/Civil/Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
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   8 + years of practical experience in areas related to risk management
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Chief Engineer - Enterprise Risk

MetLife

<div><div><div><div><div><div>Working Schedule
</div><div>Full-Time
</div></div><div><div>Work Arrangement
</div><div>Hybrid
</div></div><div><div>Relocation Assistance Available
</div><div>Yes
</div></div><div><div>Posted Date
</div><div>26-Nov-2025
</div></div><div><div>Job ID
</div><div>13788
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description and Requirements
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Department:</b></div></div><div><div>
Compliance Risk Management (CRM) delivers a compliance risk framework that enables the businesses and functions to comply with applicable internal and external rules and regulations and maintain risk levels within MetLife&rsquo;s risk appetite. CRM provides constructive challenge to the businesses and functions, partnering closely with them to implement strong processes and effective controls, as well as to foster and embed a culture of compliance.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Within CRM, the Privacy Compliance Group (PCG) is a central oversight team responsible for the design, maintenance, and oversight of the global privacy compliance program for MetLife. Key deliverables include data incident management, privacy risk assessments ensuring region specific privacy requirements are fulfilled such as compliance with GDPR and similar across EMEA countries.</div></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
Role Value Proposition:</b></div></div><div><div>
This position reports directly to the EMEA Head of Privacy. Supporting the EMEA Head of Privacy, you will be responsible for promoting a data protection culture across the business and for supporting the day-to-day operations of the PCG as part of a team, interpreting, implementing, and updating global compliance policies, with a specific focus on EMEA region</div></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
Key Responsibilities:</b></div></div><div></div><div><ul><li><div><br>
Active day-to-day involvement in execution and implementation of the CRM Framework and PCG Privacy Program for the MetLife Investment Management.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Leading Privacy Risk Assessments under the Compliance Risk Management Program</div></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div>
Take an active role in technology and change projects on the integration of new or update in privacy and data protection requirements (e.g new regulations or emerging technologies such as AI)</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Leading as required and maintaining cross-functional working groups to coordinate privacy efforts, including current projects and initiatives and regulatory awareness</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Stay abreast of changes in the regulatory environment and help analyze the business impact of privacy-related regulatory changes</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Provide input for privacy notices and data transfer requirements.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Support the EMEA Head of Privacy in the review and update of existing global privacy policies, procedures, and processes in line with regulatory requirements and expectations.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Executing privacy monitoring and testing reviews at a central and regional level and overseeing local monitoring and testing activities</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Develop training plans on but not limited to privacy regulations, risks, and processes.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Advise upon personal data incidents and associated requirements.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Work collaboratively with other control functions, including third-party risk management, to ensure the efficient, effective, and risk-based vetting and oversight of vendors and other third-parties with access to personal information entrusted to MetLife.</div></li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:</b></div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Required:</div></div><div><ul><li><div>
5+ years of risk management or compliance experience in a relevant business (financial services/insurance), including relevant privacy experience / expertise and a demonstrated risk, governance, and ownership mindset.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
In-depth knowledge and proven expertise with analyzing and applying laws, regulations and corporate policy and procedures for compliance with data privacy laws and regulations, including, preferably, privacy laws in relation to Europe.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Proven ability to assess privacy risks and develop and execute controls / processes, as well as ability to eliminate unnecessary and inefficient processes and activities.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Experience in handling data breaches</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Building and maintaining strong relationships with other functional leads, including Legal Affairs, Risk Management, Operations, and Internal Audit to create a supportive and seamless compliance and ethical control culture and an appropriate risk environment.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Excellent interpersonal skills required to develop partnerships and relationships throughout the organization; experience interfacing with the business to provide guidance with respect to privacy matters while accomplishing business objectives.</div></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and conduct presentations</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Must be a dedicated, self-motivated individual with an ability to work independently and in a team environment.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
High degree of professionalism, sound judgment and discretion.</div></li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Preferred:</div></div><div><ul><li><div>
Experience with maintaining Privacy compliance programs for a multi-national organization strongly preferred</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Privacy related qualifications such as IAPP certification, ACOI CDPO or equivalent</div></li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><br>
MetLife is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of MetLife to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination on any basis protected by law. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, religions and sexual orientations. We strive to find the best candidate for all positions and a diverse range of applicants ensures we widen our talent pool in order to achieve this. Any applicants with disabilities and neurodiverse conditions, please do let us know about your reasonable adjustments to ensure that we can best meet your needs.</div></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
Travel</b></div></div><div><div>
Negligible</div></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
Business Category</b></div></div><div><div>
Complaince Risk Mangement</div></div></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
At MetLife, </b><b>we&rsquo;re</b><b> leading the global transformation of an industry we&rsquo;ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, </b><b>we&rsquo;re</b><b> dedicated to making a difference</b><b> in the lives of our customers</b><b>.</b><br>
</div></div><div></div><div><div>We ensure to reward and recognise our employees for their contributions and accomplishments at work. We value our employees&rsquo; commitment to their work by offering a competitive and extensive compensation and benefits package. This includes 25 paid holidays,</div></div><div></div><div><br>
</div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>About MetLife</b><br>
<div></div>
<p>Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the &quot;World's Most Admired Companies&quot; and Fortune World&rsquo;s 25 Best Workplaces&trade;, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world&rsquo;s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
</p><p></p><p>Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we&rsquo;re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it&rsquo;s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!</p></div></div></div></div></div></div>

EMEA Data Protection Manager

Citi

Underwriting Credit Analyst is responsible for owning the Credit Risk Analysis for Citi Corporate Clients and being responsible for the continuous monitoring of that portfolio. That includes the production of Annual Reviews, Quarterly Reviews, and the support to Ad-Hoc Transactions and Portfolio &amp; Industry Reviews.Key Responsibilities: Assess the credit and financial strength of Citi s Corporate Clients based in Sub-Saharan Middle East and North Africa by performing fundamental credit analysis of counterparties using both quantitative and qualitative factorsComplete Credit Analysis Write-up Memos and assign internal ratings based on independent assessment and judgement completed on the due diligence of the client and industry knowledge to provide appropriate extensions of credit remaining within Risk appetiteContinuous monitoring of the covered portfolio, including following industry trends, impacts to key relationships, and escalation of potential credit issues to Senior Underwriters, Risk and Banking partnersPartnership with applicable regional and industry stakeholders in Banking and Independent Risk in the implementation of credit assessment and monitoring standards for applicable portfoliosKnowledge/Experience:Demonstrable financial services experience, including 0-3 years of credit experience in Banking, Credit Risk Management or equivalent credit experience. We also encourage fresher to apply.Ability to understand Citi policies and procedures with the ability to execute change seamlessly.Intermediate analytical skills, including an understanding of key financial components like liquidity position, leverage profile with the ability to identify root causes and trends and anticipate horizon issuesSkills/Competencies:Assists colleagues in identifying stretch opportunities to elevate individual and team performanceInterpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and exert influence with and without direct authorityOrganizational skills with ability and willingness to work under pressure and manages time and priorities effectivelyWritten and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely to audiences of varying levels of seniorityMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) skillsLanguage: English   Read, Write and SpeakQualifications:BA/BSc or higher degree in Business (MBA), or any other related subjectThis job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.------------------------------------------------------Job Family Group: Risk Management------------------------------------------------------Job Family:Credit Risk------------------------------------------------------Time Type:Full time------------------------------------------------------Most Relevant SkillsAnalytical Thinking, Constructive Debate, Escalation Management, Financial Analysis, Policy and Procedure, Policy and Regulation, Product Knowledge, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment.------------------------------------------------------Other Relevant SkillsFor complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.------------------------------------------------------Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi.View Citi s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.

Underwriting Credit Analyst - Officer

DUBAI PROPERTIES GROUP LLC

<ul><li>Perform audit assurance and advisory engagements covering governance, risk management and internal controls and manage the implementation of the approved annual audit plan.</li><li>Perform analysis, special projects or investigations as requested by the line manager.</li><li>Respond to ad hoc requests to address control issues on new business processes, policies and procedures, and provide consultative services to management.</li><li>Provide input into the prioritization of the audit initiatives based on urgency, organizational issues and importance, and steer departmental efforts to implement the plan based on the prioritization in order to ensure the critical and major areas are audited on priority.</li><li>Collaborate closely with process owners and Management to develop and follow up on suitable preventive / corrective action plans in response to the internal audits irregularities or areas of non-compliance identified, thus enabling efficient turn-around and risk mitigation.</li><li>Steer internal audit activities including the audit of areas such as Group Services processes, a shared service center – which includes Procurement, Human Resources, Financial and Accounting processes, IT, other operational and support processes, addressing strategic risks, and highlight non-conformance and facilitate their prompt mitigation.</li><li>Oversee and quality assure the development of audit reports drafted by Assistant Manager and Managers, to make sure that they contain comprehensive and accurate observations and findings and provide value-adding recommendations to the functional areas.</li><li>Identify continuous improvement initiatives (including automation / technology related) in order to provide an effective and professional audit service to meet the needs of the quarterly Executive Summary to DH GCEO.</li></ul>

Senior Manager - Internal Audit

Standard Chartered Bank

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Requisition Number: </b>44818
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Location: </b>Dubai, ARE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Work Type: </b>Office Working
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Employment Type: </b>Permanent
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Start Date: </b>26/11/2025
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting End Date: </b>28/02/2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>:
</b><div><div><div><div><b>Key Responsibilities</b></div>
</div><div><div><b>
People &amp; Talent</b><br>
<ul><li>Build a transparent and collaborative culture aligned with Bank's values and embed &lsquo;Here For Good&rsquo;.</li><li>Acquire requisite knowledge and training in Shariah and Islamic banking products.</li><li>Assist teams in client calls where required.</li><li>Facilitate the concerned teams (Shariah, business, etc) to train staff engaged in Saadiq business.</li></ul></div>
<div><b>
Risk Management</b><br>
<ul><li>Provide assistance during reviews, e.g., Group Internal Audit, Shariah Reviews, Regulatory reviews, etc.</li><li>Adhere to all relevant policies, guidelines, and procedures. To comply with local regulatory requirements.</li><li>Monitor Saadiq portfolio performance to detect any concerns related to adverse behaviour related to credit, etc.</li></ul></div>
<div><b>
Governance</b><br>
<ul><li>Monitor and update senior management on Islamic Banking performance.</li><li>Maintain awareness and understanding of the regulatory framework in which the country operates, and the regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to the role.</li><li>Responsible for delivering &lsquo;effective governance&rsquo;; capability to challenge fellow executives effectively; and willingness to work with any local regulators in an open and cooperative manner.</li><li>Adhere to the Shariah Governance Framework requirements pertaining to Internal Shariah Supervisory Committee (ISSC)</li><li>Implement Shariah and governance requirements as set out by HSA.</li></ul></div></div></div><div></div><div><div>
</div><div><div><b>
Regulatory &amp; Business Conduct</b><br>
<ul><li>Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group&rsquo;s Values and Code of Conduct.</li><li>Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct.</li><li>Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.</li></ul></div>
<div><b>
Key stakeholders</b><br>
<ul><li>CIB RM, Credit Analyst, Client Management team</li><li>Cash &amp; Tarde Sales/ Products (Transaction Banking)</li><li>Shariah Team</li><li>Operational Risk Team</li><li>Group Islamic Product team</li><li>FM Sales</li><li>Operations (Trade, Cash &amp; FM)</li></ul></div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Our Ideal Candidate</b></div>
</div><div><p>
Education Bachelors in Business<br>
Training Islamic Finance related<br>
Languages English, Arabic</p></div></div><div><div><div><b>
About Standard Chartered</b></div>
</div><div><p>
We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.</p>
<p>Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.</p>
<p>Together we:</p>
<ul><li><b>Do the right thing</b> and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do</li>
<li><b>Never settle,</b> continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well</li>
<li><b>Are better together,</b> we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>What we offer</b></div>
</div><div><p><b>
In line with our Fair Pay Charter,</b> we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.</p>
<ul><li><b>Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance,</b> with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.</li>
<li><b>Time-off</b> including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.</li>
<li><b>Flexible working</b> options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.</li>
<li><b>Proactive wellbeing support</b> through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits</li>
<li><b>A continuous learning culture</b> to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.</li>
<li><b>Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation,</b> one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Islamic Banking Graduate 2025 UAE National

<div><div><div><div><div><div>City/Cities
</div><div>Dubai
</div></div><div><div>Working Schedule
</div><div>Full-Time
</div></div><div><div>Work Arrangement
</div><div>Hybrid
</div></div><div><div>Relocation Assistance Available
</div><div>Yes
</div></div><div><div>Posted Date
</div><div>26-Nov-2025
</div></div><div><div>Job ID
</div><div>13985
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description and Requirements
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Job Purpose:</p><p>
The Risk and Compliance Manager will be responsible for:</p><div><ul><li>
 overseeing that all company activities, processes, and operations comply with relevant UAE laws and regulations. This position requires a thorough understanding of UAE labor law, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices.</li><li>
 providing an independent and comprehensive framework to appropriately identify, measure, manage, monitor and report the different risks across the company.</li><li>
 monitoring and analysis of the organization&rsquo;s overall risks &ndash; whether financial, operational, reputational, regulatory, compliance risks &ndash; from a day-to-day and long-term basis and recommends actions to reduce risk.</li></ul></div><p>
The role also involves establishing a culture of compliance across the organization, leading audits, and driving continuous improvements in the company's governance and compliance processes.</p><p>
This role involves developing and implementing risk management frameworks, policies, and processes that ensure the company&rsquo;s activities are administered within acceptable risk levels, while meeting legal and regulatory requirements in the UAE.<br>
<br>
Job Description:</p><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Regulatory Oversight</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Oversee that the company complies with all applicable UAE laws and regulations.</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Strategy &amp; Leadership</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Develop and implement the company&rsquo;s risk management and compliance strategy, policies, and procedures specific to the management of the company&rsquo;s activity.</i></b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Provide strategic leadership and work closely with other departments (e.g., Legal, Finance, HR) to ensure all operations align with regulatory and corporate standards.</i></b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Work closely with the GM, senior management, and other departments to ensure risk considerations are incorporated into decision-making processes</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><ul><li>
Risk Management</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
Identify, assess, and mitigate the different risks associated with the company&rsquo;s activity, ensuring effective controls are in place.</li><li>
Lead internal reviews and investigations into potential compliance breaches or regulatory violations, and risk incidents.</li><li>
Develop and manage a comprehensive risk management and compliance training program for employees, focusing on regulatory requirements and company policies.</li><li>
Continuously monitor internal and external risk factors, including changes in legislation, market conditions, and industry best practices.</li><li>
Conduct risk assessments for new products, services, or business initiatives.</li><li>
Develop and implement robust risk mitigation strategies to address identified risks, including internal controls, contingency plans, and risk-reducing measures.</li><li>
Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and recommend improvements where required.</li><li>
Lead the design of risk management frameworks and tools to help the business identify and manage risk proactively.</li></ul></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Regulatory Compliance &amp; Governance</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
Oversee compliance with all relevant UAE laws and regulations.</li><li>
Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure adherence to governance standards.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i><br>
Reporting &amp; Documentation</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Prepare and present regular risk management and compliance reports to senior leadership and the board of directors.</i></b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Maintain accurate documentation of all risk management and compliance activities, including risk assessments, audit findings, and regulatory correspondence.</i></b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Maintain comprehensive documentation of risk management activities, including risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and incident reports.</i></b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Ensure timely reporting to government bodies and other stakeholders as required by UAE law.</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Stakeholder Engagement</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Liaise with regulatory bodies, industry associations, and other external stakeholders to ensure the company remains well-positioned within the regulatory landscape.</i></b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Act as the primary point of contact for any compliance-related inquiries from clients, government entities, and auditors.</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><br>
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Training &amp; Awareness</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
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Foster a risk-aware culture throughout the organization by providing training and awareness programs for staff at all levels.</li><li>
Provide ongoing guidance and support to departments in managing risk within their areas of responsibility.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i><br>
Continuous Improvement</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Continuously review and improve the company's risk management and compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls, ensuring they are robust, practical, and in line with best practices.</i></b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><i>
Stay abreast of emerging risks, trends, and best practices in risk management and apply this knowledge to enhance the company&rsquo;s risk management framework.</i></b></h2></li></ul></div><p><i>
Foster a culture of compliance and ethical behavior throughout the organization.</i></p><p></p><p><br>
COMMUNICATIONS &amp; WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:</p><ul><li>
Work collaboratively with key functions and maintain positive relationships including Legal, Audit, Operations, Finance, General Manager and Sales.</li><li>
Escalate identified risks and issues on a timely basis to the relevant stakeholders.</li><li>
Prepare risk reports for local and regional governance forums and Home Office as and when required.</li></ul><p><br>
FRAMEWORKS, BOUNDARIES, &amp; DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY:</p><ul><li>
Work within the framework and policy guidelines governing the MetLife group. Ensures full compliance with internal controls within company&rsquo;s standards and audit requirements</li><li>
Operate in adherence with applicable regulation and MetLife Compliance framework and related policies.</li><li>
Maintain a positive working relationship with key stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br>
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, &amp; SKILLS:</p><p><br>
Qualification and experience:</p><div><ul><li>
A university degree with at least five (5) years of experience in the financial Markets or related fields.</li><li>
Or a diploma or less degree with at least ten (10) years of experience in the financial Markets or related fields.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Alternative qualification and experience:</p><p>
An experience of at least five (5) years in the financial Markets or related fields, with availability of any of the following alternative qualifications:</p><div><ul><li>
For the compliance oversight:</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Master Financial</li><li>
ICA Certificate in Compliance</li><li>
ICA International Advanced Certificate in Regulatory Compliance</li><li>
ICA Advanced Certificate in legal Compliance</li><li>
ICA Certificate in Regulatory</li><li>
ICA International Advanced Certificate in Anti Money Laundering</li><li>
ICA Advanced Certificate in Partial Client Due Diligence</li><li>
ICA Advanced Certificate in Managing Fraud</li><li>
ICA Advanced Certificate in Managing Sanctions Risk.</li><li>
ICA Specialist Certificate in Financial Crime Risk in Global Banking and Markets.</li><li>
ICA Specialist Certificate in Money Laundering Risk in New Technology.</li><li>
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS)</li></ul></div><p>
And</p><div><ul><li>
For the risk oversight:</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Master Financial Risk Manager (FRM).</li><li>
Master Financial Controller.</li><li>
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).</li><li>
Chartered Development Finance Analyst.</li><li>
Certified Management Accountant (CMA).</li><li>
ICA Specialist Certificate in Conduct Risk.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:</p><div><br>
Skills and abilities:</div><ul><li>
Strong understanding of UAE labor laws and regulations,</li><li>
Proven track record of leading risk and compliance functions, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing robust risk and compliance frameworks.</li><li>
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</li><li>
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage with senior management and external stakeholders.</li><li>
High level of integrity and professionalism with a commitment to ethical conduct and transparency.</li></ul><div><br>
Personal Attributes:</div><ul><li>
Detail-oriented with a strong ability to identify potential risks and resolve compliance issues.</li><li>
Proactive, with the ability to anticipate challenges and provide practical solutions.</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.</li></ul></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>About MetLife</b><br>
<div></div>
<p>Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the &quot;World's Most Admired Companies&quot; and Fortune World&rsquo;s 25 Best Workplaces&trade;, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world&rsquo;s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
</p><p></p><p>Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we&rsquo;re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it&rsquo;s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!</p></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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