Head of Compliance

13 hours ago

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Insurance Monitor Full time

We are actively seeking a suitable candidate for an insurance company to support its next phase of growth.

The Head of Compliance is responsible for establishing, leading, and maintaining an effective compliance framework across the company's insurance activities. The role ensures full adherence to applicable regulatory requirements, protects the firm's regulatory standing, and promotes a strong culture of ethical conduct and risk awareness.

This is a senior control function with direct accountability to senior management and the Board, acting as the primary liaison with regulators and overseeing all compliance-related matters.

Key responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework in line with applicable insurance regulations.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with licensing conditions, regulatory rules, circulars, and guidance issued by relevant authorities.
  • Act as the primary point of contact with regulators, managing regulatory correspondence, inspections, and reporting obligations.
  • Advise the Board and senior management on regulatory developments, compliance risks, and their impact on the business.
  • Develop, review, and enforce compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls across all business lines.
  • Oversee compliance with conduct of business requirements, including client suitability, disclosures, conflicts of interest, and market conduct standards.
  • Establish and execute a risk-based compliance monitoring and testing programme, including breach identification, escalation, and remediation.
  • Oversee financial crime compliance frameworks, including
    KYC/CDD
    , AML, CFT, sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption, and fraud prevention.
  • Provide proactive compliance advice on new products, services, distribution arrangements, marketing materials, and strategic initiatives.
  • Build, lead, and maintain an effective and independent compliance function, fostering a strong culture of compliance and regulatory awareness across the organisation.

Key skills & competencies

  • Strong understanding of insurance regulatory frameworks.
  • Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations in a commercial environment.
  • High integrity, sound judgment, and strong ethical standards.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with regulators, boards, and senior stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proven leadership and people management skills.

Qualifications & experience

  • Bachelor's degree in law, finance, business, or a related discipline (postgraduate or professional qualifications preferred).
  • Minimum
    8–12 years' experience
    in compliance, risk, or regulatory roles within insurance or financial services.
  • Prior experience as a senior compliance officer, Head of Compliance, or approved control function in a regulated environment.
  • Demonstrable experience dealing with regulators and managing regulatory examinations.
  • Professional certifications (e.g. ICA, ACAMS, CISI, or equivalent) are highly desirable.

Regulatory standing

  • Must meet the regulator's
    fit and proper
    requirements, including integrity, competence, and financial soundness.
  • Role may be subject to regulatory approval depending on jurisdiction.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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