Risk & Compliance Manager Legal & Risk Core

3 days ago

Dubai, United Arab Emirates FTI Consulting, Inc. Full time

**Who We Are**

FTI Consulting is the world's leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world's leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.

At FTI Consulting, you'll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world's leading experts in your field, you'll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.

There's never been a more exciting time to join FTI Consulting and this is where you will do the most exciting and fulfilling work of your career.

Are you ready to make an impact?

**About The Role**

FTI Consulting Risk& Compliance Department is seeking a Risk & Compliance Manager to support and assist FTI's operations in the Middle East and to work alongside the EMEA team in the development of a risk and compliance framework for the region. This position is located in Dubai and will report to the Director of Risk & Compliance for the EMEA region.

**Job Summary**:
Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

- Act as Compliance Officer and MLRO for the firms' DFSA regulated investment/corporate finance advisor, including ensuring that all policies, procedures, assessments, filings are up to date and on time and conducting CDD checks and risk assessments on new clients and matters.
- Advise the firm with regards to any compliance requirements in the Middle East, and implement and improve policies, processes and procedures.
- Assist with the development and implementation of compliance policies, standard operating procedures, training, auditing and monitoring activities to ensure an effective risk & compliance program throughout the EMEA region.
- Supporting the design, testing and rollout of new systems, policies and training programs in connection with a number of different legal and regulatory requirements, such as AML, insider dealing, failure to prevent tax evasion, etc.
- Working with colleagues in the Legal, Risk & Compliance function and acting as a point of contact for the Middle East and the wider EMEA region in relation to all risk & compliance issues and queries and effectively and efficiently resolve them.
- Drafting of guidance documentation both for practitioners and the Risk & Compliance function to ensure consistent approaches.
- Horizon scanning for new legal and regulatory developments and legal changes, assisting with the implementation of these.
- Assistance with other ad hoc issues as and when they arise, including the conduct of investigations, audits, regulatory requests.
- Supporting the Middle East legal team with legal issues and potentially dealing with some legal issues if the legal team is at capacity.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- 5 years of experience working in a risk & compliance role in a similar industry, preferably in an international firm, with a focus on the Middle East.
- Proven experience with compliance requirements in the financial/off-shore centres in the Middle East.
- Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, incl. anti-money-laundering regulations, anti-bribery and corruption laws, sanctions, insider trading.
- Ability to weigh risks against operational needs to develop reasoned recommendations, including risk mitigation strategies, and provide sound compliance advice.
- Ability to handle unanticipated situations effectively and work well under pressure with tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-starter with a desire to contribute meaningfully to the organization, who is able to work both independently and with mínimal direction, and as part of a team.
- Excellent judgment and the knowledge and ability to involve and keep key stakeholders and/or senior management appropriately informed.
- Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Legal background a bonus.

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**Our Benefits**

Our goal is to support the well-being of you and your families-physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits, including professional development programme, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

**About FTI**

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, ge

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