Regulatory Compliance Manager (12 Month Contract)

Job Title: Regulatory Compliance Manager (12-Month Contract)

Role Summary:

An established UAE-based bank is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager for a 12-month contract. This role will partner closely with the Head of Regulatory Compliance to ensure the bank remains aligned with all applicable regulatory requirements outside of Financial Crime, while driving oversight, advisory, and regulatory engagement activities.

Core Responsibilities:

Deliver regulatory assurance reviews across the organization, focusing on key UAE Central Bank requirements and broader regulatory obligations

Monitor and assess incoming regulatory updates, determine their impact, and coordinate implementation with relevant business units

Support regulatory inspections and act as a liaison with regulators and supervisory authorities

Oversee and maintain internal compliance records, including regulatory inventories, breach logs, and tracking mechanisms

Produce high-quality reports and updates for senior management and governance committees

Provide ongoing regulatory guidance to internal stakeholders and support FATCA/CRS-related processes

Design and deliver compliance-related training sessions and awareness initiatives when required

Ensure all regulatory filings and submissions are completed accurately and within required timelines

Take on additional responsibilities aligned with the scope and seniority of the role

Candidate Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; professional certifications such as ACAMS are a plus

Minimum of 8 years experience within banking or financial services, including at least 5 years in a regulatory compliance capacity

Prior exposure to Audit or Legal functions would be beneficial

Strong working knowledge of UAE Central Bank regulations and AML/CFT frameworks

Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Able to operate independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams

Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills