UAE National - Compliance Counsel - Abu Dhabi
Job description / Role
Employment: Full Time
As a Compliance Counsel you will lead and deliver key ethics and compliance initiatives across the business. This is a strategic role within the Ethics & Compliance function, where you'll advise senior stakeholders, shape policy, and promote a culture of integrity aligned with global best practices.
Client Details
A well-established and future-focused investment group based in Abu Dhabi.
Description- Develop and implement ethics & compliance policies aligned with international and UAE laws.
- Lead compliance risk assessments and manage mitigation plans across assigned functions.
- Deliver engaging ethics training and awareness campaigns across the organisation.
- Monitor changes in regulations and ensure continuous alignment of internal policies.
- Oversee ethics-related investigations and audits in collaboration with internal teams.
- Manage third-party providers to ensure timely and cost-effective compliance support.
- Prepare periodic reports and insights for senior leadership and audit committees.
- Step into a senior role at a respected investment institution, contributing directly to its global compliance vision while influencing ethical practices at scale.
- Lead compliance initiatives that protect business integrity and promote accountability, within a purpose-driven organisation that values long-term, responsible growth.
Requirements:
- UAE National with a Bachelor's or graduate degree in Law from a recognised university.
- 5 to 10 years of experience in compliance, regulatory enforcement, or legal advisory roles.
- Open to candidates from any sector with a strong internal compliance framework.
- Prior experience conducting investigations and handling internal compliance trainings is highly preferred.
- International exposure (US/UK) or experience in top-tier global organisations is a plus.
- Compliance certifications (e.g., CCEP) are highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of governance, corporate law, and ethics frameworks.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Company Industry: Legal Profession
About the Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:
Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.
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