Localisation Projects Specialist - Dubai or Abu Dhabi or Riyadh

Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in more than 70 cities across 30 countries, Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. The firm has more than 6,500 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business, improve their operations and risk profile, and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities.

Oliver Wyman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies [NYSE: MMC]. For more information, visit (link removed).


Oliver Wyman is now looking for a

highly motivated and experienced Regional Compliance Operations Specialist to oversee all key local compliance initiatives, including localisation projects.

This role can be based in our Dubai/ Riyadh or Abu Dhabi office.



Fluent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic are essential



The Opportunity


The Regional Compliance Operations Specialist will oversee all key local compliance initiatives, including localisation projects (e.g. BBBEE rating, ICV rating in Abu Dhabi, Local content in KSA, etc.), regulatory compliance and statutory document management. In addition, this candidate will monitor and support compliance to the Companys financial processes, contract management, and project-level localisation requirements.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, with strong organizational skills and excellent stakeholder management, who can drive operational excellence and manage various market-specific compliance projects across different geographies. Experience in Financial management, contract administration and project management will be valuable.



Key responsibilities of the role include:



Manage all localisation projects, liaising directly with authorities to interpreting requirements accurately, managing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Working closely with relevant functional leadership, to develop and implement a forward-looking strategy to optimize the localisation process (e.g. year-on-year improvement plans; Saudization plans), drive operational efficiency and market strategy with external advisors and vendors

Stay up-to-date with all regulatory compliance requirements in the region, including licensing and certification requirements, and ensure that the company is fully compliant and fit for business.

Oversee the renewal and management of all statutory documents, third party compliance contracts, licenses and certifications, enabling the business to be fit to operate.

Manage various market-specific compliance-related projects, audits, developing policies and procedures, and driving execution as and when needed (e.g. Saudi client data hosting project)

Manage the reporting requirements for any Net Zero initiatives

Manage RFP-related financial process flows, including bid bonds, performance bonds, and other financial instruments as required and liaise with relevant teams and external parties

Proactively follow up and track contracts, including monitoring contract expiration dates and ensuring compliance with all contract terms and conditions.

Track and report on global process and KPIs, and follow through the regional compliance (e.g., pipeline hygiene, Project Impact surveys)

Provide ad hoc support to Regional COO on internal projects and initiatives.


Who we think will be perfect for this role



Experience Required


Verbal and written fluency in English and Arabic language

Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, finance or related field.

At least 5 years of experience in operations management, financial management, contract administration or project management or a related field, with a focus on localisation, regulatory compliance, and market expansion.

Strong understanding of financial processes and procedures, including RFP-related financial processes.

Experience in contract administration and contract management.


Skills and Attributes



Excellent project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop and implement operational strategies to drive efficiency and growth.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with teams across different regions.

Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify and track key performance indicators.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.



Why join us at Oliver Wyman?


At Oliver Wyman,
we lead with heart -
we love what we do and have fun while we do it! We also
strive for breakthroughs
by questioning, seeking diverse perspectives, and finding powerful and sustainable solutions
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If you share these values and want to
work as one and own our impact at the same time, be brave
and achieve the amazing with us!


Were individuals who are self-starting, motivated, energetic, entrepreneurial about what we do


We have the common aspiration to have an impact, leave a legacy and change the world. We have no interest in running a steady-state business. We want to build, grow and shape the environment around us


We value an environment where every member of Oliver Wyman is encouraged and expected to voice his or her opinion


We believe that to create a true meritocracy we need to remove artificial barriers to opportunity


We value people whose lives balance work and non-work activities because we believe they are both more interesting colleagues and are able to make better contributions to the Firm.


We push ourselves hard to deliver excellence, but we also work to extract the maximum benefit from the flexibility of a project-based business. We provide the ability to take career breaks for personal or family reasons. We fundamentally value each others time and are sensitive to how it is used. We are an output not input-based culture, have respect for peoples personal decisions, and believe that one's workload must be sustainable. We seek balance for ourselves and our colleagues.


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