Risk & Complaince Officer

• Develop, implement, and maintain the enterprise risk management (ERM) framework for the real estate development sector.
• Identify, assess, and monitor risks across development projects, sales, leasing, facilities management, and corporate functions.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and scenario analysis (market risks, legal risks, operational risks, fraud, and reputational risks).
• Support management in implementing mitigation strategies, contingency plans, and internal controls.
• Prepare risk dashboards and reports for senior management and the Board.

• Ensure compliance with UAE laws, real estate regulations (RERA, DLD, etc.), anti-money laundering (AML) requirements, and corporate governance frameworks.
• Review contracts, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Monitor updates in legislation/regulatory frameworks and provide proactive guidance to management.
• Manage compliance audits and coordinate with external regulators/authorities as required.
• Develop and implement whistleblowing, anti-bribery, and anti-corruption programs.

• Draft, review, and maintain compliance and governance policies, codes of conduct, and internal guidelines.
• Train employees on compliance awareness, risk management practices, and ethical conduct.
• Promote a compliance culture across all levels of the organization.
• Act as the primary point of contact for compliance queries across departments.

• Provide regular compliance and risk reports to senior management, Audit & Risk Committees, and the Board of Directors.
• Advise project leaders and senior executives on compliance implications of strategic initiatives (joint ventures, sales campaigns, international partnerships).
• Investigate compliance breaches, misconduct, or conflicts of interest and recommend corrective actions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or professional certifications such as ICA, CRMA, CCEP, or CIA preferred).
• 7–10 years of relevant experience in risk management and compliance, preferably in the real estate or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of UAE laws, real estate regulations (RERA/DLD), AML, corporate governance, and international compliance standards.
• Proven track record in risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and policy development.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Integrity, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information.

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong ethical judgment
• Leadership and people management (if Manager-level)
• Ability to influence and foster compliance culture

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