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Risk & Complaince Officer

Job Location:

Ras Al Khaimah - UAE

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 1 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Risk Management

Develop implement and maintain the enterprise risk management (ERM) framework for the real estate development sector.
Identify assess and monitor risks across development projects sales leasing facilities management and corporate functions.
Conduct regular risk assessments and scenario analysis (market risks legal risks operational risks fraud and reputational risks).
Support management in implementing mitigation strategies contingency plans and internal controls.
Prepare risk dashboards and reports for senior management and the Board.

Compliance Management

Ensure compliance with UAE laws real estate regulations (RERA DLD etc.) anti-money laundering (AML) requirements and corporate governance frameworks.
Review contracts policies and procedures to ensure regulatory alignment.
Monitor updates in legislation/regulatory frameworks and provide proactive guidance to management.
Manage compliance audits and coordinate with external regulators/authorities as required.
Develop and implement whistleblowing anti-bribery and anti-corruption programs.

Policies Procedures & Governance

Draft review and maintain compliance and governance policies codes of conduct and internal guidelines.
Train employees on compliance awareness risk management practices and ethical conduct.
Promote a compliance culture across all levels of the organization.
Act as the primary point of contact for compliance queries across departments.

Reporting & Advisory

Provide regular compliance and risk reports to senior management Audit & Risk Committees and the Board of Directors.
Advise project leaders and senior executives on compliance implications of strategic initiatives (joint ventures sales campaigns international partnerships).
Investigate compliance breaches misconduct or conflicts of interest and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in Law Finance Business Administration or related field (Masters or professional certifications such as ICA CRMA CCEP or CIA preferred).
710 years of relevant experience in risk management and compliance preferably in the real estate or construction industry.
Strong knowledge of UAE laws real estate regulations (RERA/DLD) AML corporate governance and international compliance standards.
Proven track record in risk assessment compliance monitoring and policy development.
Excellent communication analytical and stakeholder management skills.
Integrity discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

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