Industry: Fintech / Financial Services
Location: Saudi Arabia
Experience: Fintech, NBFI, and SAMA-regulated entities
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Compliance Manager to lead regulatory compliance for our Fintech operations in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience within SAMA-regulated environments, including Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFIs), and a deep understanding of Saudi financial regulations.
This role will ensure the organization operates in full compliance with Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) requirements while supporting innovation and business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and frameworks in accordance with SAMA regulations and applicable Saudi laws
- Ensure compliance with regulations applicable to Fintechs and NBFIs in Saudi Arabia
- Act as the primary point of contact with SAMA, regulators, and external auditors
- Manage regulatory inspections, audits, and ongoing supervisory requirements
- Monitor regulatory updates from SAMA and assess their impact on business operations
- Oversee AML, CFT, KYC, and Sanctions compliance programs
- Review and approve products, services, and partnerships to ensure regulatory compliance
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports and filings to SAMA in a timely manner
- Conduct compliance risk assessments and internal reviews
- Lead compliance training programs across the organization
- Investigate compliance issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum X years of compliance experience in Fintech or financial services
- Mandatory experience working with an NBFI in Saudi Arabia
- Proven hands-on experience dealing with SAMA (Saudi Central Bank), including regulatory reporting and examinations
- Strong knowledge of Saudi regulatory frameworks, including AML/CFT, KYC, and consumer protection
- Experience managing regulatory audits and inspections by SAMA
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CRCM, or equivalent are preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of Saudi Fintech and NBFI regulatory landscape
- Excellent communication and regulator-facing skills
- Strong analytical, documentation, and risk assessment abilities
- High ethical standards and attention to detail
- Ability to balance compliance requirements with business objectives
