Risk and Compliance Lead

1 week ago


Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates Xad Technologies Full time
Human Capital Professional - Talent Acquisition | People Operations | Performance Management | Policy Analysis and Development | Employer Branding

Company Description

Established in 2006, XAD Technologies LLC is an ISO-certified company offering services in the fields of Telecommunication, IT networks, managed services, staff outsourcing, security solutions, among others. With more than 3500 employees and several branches, XAD has distinguished itself as one of the most successful firms in the telecom sector globally. It works as an outsourcing partner with numerous clients, including Etisalat, Du, DEWA, Huawei, among many others.

Position Tenure: Contractual (3 months)

Compensation and Benefits:

Benefits: Health insurance and Visa

The Role

The Risk and Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing fraud management, audit findings, and contract risk assessment to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. This role involves collaborating with law enforcement agencies, conducting investigations, and providing strategic insights to mitigate risk across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, experience in fraud prevention, and a solid understanding of compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Review & Compliance:

  • Assess new proposed contracts from a risk and compliance perspective, ensuring alignment with regulatory and organizational policies.
  • Oversee fraud management and case resolution within the second line of defense (2 LOD).
  • Provide regular reports (quarterly and annual) on internal, external, and third-party fraud cases.
  • Liaise with law enforcement agencies, the Central Intelligence Bureau (CIB), and other public bodies as required for fraud-related matters.
  • Conduct investigations and supervise fraud specialists to ensure timely and effective fraud risk mitigation.

Audit & Findings Management:

  • Support the preparation and response to audits, ensuring timely and effective remediation of audit findings.
  • Maintain a comprehensive tracker of all open risk and compliance-related audit, monitoring, and testing findings.
  • Ensure proactive remediation of identified risks to enhance compliance and operational integrity.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, Risk Management, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in risk management, compliance, fraud prevention, or a related field.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance standards.
  • Experience liaising with law enforcement and regulatory bodies on fraud cases.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Risk and Compliance Management Professional (CRCMP), or equivalent are preferred.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a seasoned compliance professional to contribute to the organization's risk management strategies and ensure regulatory compliance across all operations.

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