Compliance Officer

We are looking to hire a Compliance Officer who will be responsible for conducting regulatory compliance inspections and ensuring education providers meet all required standards and timelines for our client based in Dubai which is one of the most prestigious government entities and one of the largest companies in the region.

This position is a contract role with an initial duration of 12 months and is renewable based on performance and business needs.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare for site visits, including scheduling, dossier compilation, and checklist development.
• Conduct on-site compliance inspections across various education providers (schools, early childhood centers, TVET, higher education).
• Collect and document evidence (including photos where permitted) during inspections.
• Draft and submit same-day visit summaries and structured reports within agreed timelines, including tracker updates and follow-ups.
• Coordinate with team leads to support quality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to data protection, confidentiality, and evidence-handling protocols.

Knowledge, skills & experience:

• 14 years of experience in compliance, regulatory, or education quality assurance (high potential fresh graduates may also be considered).
• Bilingual (Arabic & English) fluency in spoken and written communication, with strong report-writing skills in both languages.
• Excellent Arabic and English writing, formatting, and documentation capabilities.
• Strong planning, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and readiness to learn new systems and templates.
• Ability to conduct field visits across all provider types and participate in joint inspections with other government entities.

Availability:

Preference will be given to candidates available immediately or within a maximum of 30 days after accepting the offer.

We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in the United Arab Emirates. Please apply with your resume and contact details.

We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role, a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to get a deeper understanding of your profile, to discuss the role in more detail and potential next steps.