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If you are looking to make the next, exciting step in your career within Compliance, then look no further. We have exclusively partnered with a highly regulated and growing organization, to hire a Chief Compliance Officer . For this role, you will lead end‑to‑end regulatory compliance in Saudi Arabia (and other jurisdictions where our Client operates), act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board, build a strong compliance culture, and support IPO readiness .

• Own SAMA compliance and act as the primary liaison with regulators; manage audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting .
• Implement and continually refine company‑wide compliance programs and policies ; ensure effective roll‑out and enforcement across teams.
• Lead AML/CTF (as or supervising MLRO): KYC/CDD, transaction monitoring, SAR , and regulatory reporting.
• Drive training & awareness so responsibilities are understood org‑wide.
• Lead compliance risk management : risk assessments, risk register, and coordinated GRC with Risk & Legal.
• Prepare quarterly/ad‑hoc compliance reports for the Board and executive leadership; advise on regulatory implications of initiatives.
• Support licensing, cross‑border compliance , and alignment with international listing standards for IPO.

• 10+ years in senior compliance roles within fintech/payments/banking/investments .
• Deep knowledge of KSA regulation and international standards (e.g., FATF , GDPR‑equivalent data protection); proven SAMA experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management .
• Certifications such as CAMS/ACAMS, ICA, CCO (or equivalent) preferred.
• Fluent in Arabic and English .

If you are ready to make an impact and contribute to this organization's future, we want to hear from you. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career as a Chief Compliance Officer.

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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Mission:
The Compliance Officer will ensure the financial transactions, business activities and general operations adhere to the principles of Shariah law, including compliance oversight, policy development, auditing and risk management, stakeholder communication and ethical advocacy.

Key Performance Indicators:
• The % of the organization's assets that comply with Sharia principles, including investments, financing activities, and other financial instruments that align with Islamic finance guidelines.
• The amount of time taken to obtain approval from authorities for new financial products, contracts, or business activities.
• Drafting, implementing and training of business operations procedures for new staff within 60 days of onboarding.
• The # of findings from compliance audits or assessments and the % time taken to remediate any issues identified.
• The accuracy and timeliness of regulatory reports submitted by the organization.

Responsibilities:
• Ensures that the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards applicable to its operations including AML, KYC requirements
• Acts as primary liaison between the organization and regulatory authorities, industry associations, and other external stakeholders.
• Scrutinizes contracts, agreements, and business practices to ensure they are free from interest (riba), uncertainty (gharar), speculation (maisir), and unethical investments.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures that align with Shariah principles and regulatory requirements. This will involve creating guidelines for permissible investments, ethical business practices, and customer interactions that adhere to Islamic finance principles.
• Monitors the organization's activities to detect any violations of laws, regulations, or internal policies. Investigates potential breaches, documenting findings, and reporting them to senior management and regulatory authorities as required.
• Provides training and educational sessions to employees to ensure they understand Shariah compliance requirements and their implications for business operations.
• Audits and monitoring activities to assess the organization's compliance with Sharia principles. This involves reviewing financial records, conducting on-site inspections, and investigating any potential breaches of Sharia compliance.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Certificate in Islamic Finance (PCIF) Certification
• Proven experience in a similar leadership role, with a track record of successfully implementing technology strategies.
• Strong technical compliance and lending knowledge and understanding of legal requirements, regulations and Sharia Lending practices
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential risks and challenges.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Compliance Officer may be required to perform other related duties as requested by the management team.

Syarah is on a mission to change how people buy their cars in Saudi and. We offer buyers an end-to-end digital car buying experience where they can buy their next car from the comfort of their living rooms. Under the hood, we build systems to manage sourcing of cars, inspection, photography, merchandising, reconditioning, financing, insurance, shipping and many more. Our goal is to turn car buying into an experience of delight, comfort and peace of mind.

We are on the lookout for ambitious, competitive, growth-minded professionals to help us continue to harness technology to delight our customers and achieve our ambitious growth objectives in the auto sector.

• Assist the Director in day-to-day management of departmental tasks, including scheduling, follow-ups, and progress tracking.
• Draft, prepare, and maintain departmental reports, correspondence, and documentation in both Arabic and English.
• Coordinate and follow up on compliance matter with relevant government departments and regulatory authorities.
• Assist in preparing presentations, dashboards, and reports for management and board review.
• Organize and maintain departmental records, including compliance documentation, licenses, and legal renewals.
• Liaise with internal teams and other departments to ensure timely submission of required data and information.
• Handle confidential information with integrity and maintain professional discretion.
• Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes for follow-up actions.
• Provide translation support (Arabic–English) when required.
• Support the Director in project tracking, risk monitoring, and documentation for compliance audits.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in administrative/financial planning/compliance support roles.
• Languages: Fluent in Arabic and English (both written and spoken).
• Skills: Strong organizational and documentation skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of compliance processes and dealing with government authorities.

Job Title : Compliance Officer – Capital Markets

Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry : Financial Services / Investment Banking

Overview :

A leading international financial institution is seeking a Compliance Officer to join its Riyadh office. The successful candidate will play a critical role in overseeing compliance matters across capital markets operations, ensuring full adherence to local and international regulatory frameworks, including CMA regulations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the implementation, review, and enhancement of compliance frameworks and internal controls in alignment with CMA and global regulatory standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the Capital Market Authority (CMA) for compliance matters.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on business operations.
• Provide advisory support to front-office and operational teams on compliance-related topics including trading, licensing, and reporting.
• Manage regulatory filings, license applications, and ongoing reporting requirements.
• Conduct compliance training and promote a culture of compliance awareness across the organization.
• Perform internal reviews and investigations where required.
• Coordinate with global compliance teams to ensure consistency with global policies and procedures.

Requirements :

What’s on Offer :

Application Instructions :

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a brief cover note highlighting relevant experience and regulatory exposure. You can email me at

Cybersecurity Governance & Compliance Officer "GRC"

• Maintain Cybersecurity Governance: refresh and align cybersecurity governance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Ensure Cybersecurity Risk Management: identify and assess cybersecurity risks to improve security posture and reduce impact.
• Uphold Cybersecurity Compliance: assure cybersecurity compliance requirements are audited and remediated accordingly.
• Improve Cybersecurity GRC Operations: enhance various GRC assessments and activities and be more agile in a fast-paced enterprise.

• 5 Years of Experience as a GRC
• The candidate should be aware of the following frameworks:

• NCA - ECC National Cybersecurity Authority - Essential Cybersecurity Controls - ECC-1:2018
• NCA - CCC National Cybersecurity Authority - Cloud Cybersecurity Controls - CCC-1:2020
• NCA - TCC TCC-1:2021
• NCA - OSMACC National Cybersecurity Authority - Organization's Social Media Accounts Cybersecurity Controls - OSMACC-1:2021
• NCA - DCC National Cybersecurity Authority - Data Cybersecurity Controls - DCC-1:2022
• NDMO National Data Management Office Regulations and Standards
• ISO27001: 2022 ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 27001 SO/IEC 27001:2022 standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

We are looking for a virtual cybersecurity or compliance expert to guide our security posture, particularly as we move into regulated spaces like auto-financing. The role is ideal for someone with extensive regulatory familiarity and previous experience operating in a strategic advisory capacity.

• Lead compliance audits aligned with KSA regulations , especially SAMA frameworks
• Review and implement data security strategies across departments
• Support regulatory submissions and responses for fintech operations
• Oversee documentation and data protection practices
• Coordinate with product and legal teams to maintain standards

• Saudi national6+ years experience
• Deep understanding of SAMA regulatory requirements and KSA cybersecurity law
• Prior role as vCISO or senior security/compliance consultant
• Experience operating through or with an agency setup (ideal)
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2 compliance standards
• Ability to lead cross-functional audit and compliance efforts across departments

• Opportunity to be part of a Global Asset Manager
• Strong Compensation Package

• Opportunity to be part of a Global Asset Manager
• Strong Compensation Package

• The duties and responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to the following:Develop and manage an effective compliance monitoring system for the company's financial investments to ensure compliance with all applicable Capital Market Authority and other laws and regulations.

• Manage an effective Anti-Money Laundering and Know Your Client on-boarding and on-going monitoring program.

• Make submissions to the CMA on all offerings in Saudi Arabia and liaise with the CMA in this regard.

• Carry out the Corporate Secretarial function in relation to all Board, committee and shareholder meetings.

• Provide advice to the Board and its Committees, the Chief Executive Officer and management with respect to compliance with:- Saudi Arabian law: e.g. company law, banking law, capital markets law, employment legislation, social security and health and safety legislation; the regulations, circulars and rules of the Capital Market Authority; Group's Code of Conduct.

• Make recommendations whenever necessary in order to ensure that Saudi Arabian laws and regulations are being complied with.

• Develop and maintain appropriate policies and procedures manuals that implement all applicable Saudi Arabian regulatory requirements.
• Conduct on-going training for all staff on the applicable laws and regulations and internal policies and procedures.
• Establish prompt mechanisms for reporting and resolving non-compliance with Saudi Arabian laws and regulations and supervisory requirements.
• Communicate material breaches of compliance to the appropriate levels of the management so as to ensure that they are adequately addressed and that the appropriate action is undertaken.
• Ensure CMA inspection reports and copies of all correspondence with the CMA are properly actioned.
• Compile and maintain a comprehensive database on the statutory records of the Saudi Arabia entity.
• Ensure that the Compliance Monitoring Program is strictly adhered to.
• Review the Capital Market Authority rule book and compliance requirements to ensure that Saudi Arabia entity satisfies all regulatory requirements. Alert the senior management and the directors of any new circulars from Saudi Arabian regulators or auditors etc.
• Ensure that the Saudi Arabia entity has an effective Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan that meet with Group's criteria and the requirements of the CMA.
• Work with the Administration Department of the company, to ensure that they hold adequate insurance cover for all possible risks and that expert advice is obtained on a regular basis to ensure that the Saudi Arabia entity is not left at risk.
• Perform other tasks that could be assigned to you from time to time.

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  CME-2 certification and prior authorisation by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) as a Compliance Officer and/or MLRO.
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  Proven experience in compliance, AML, and corporate governance within a CMA-regulated financial institution .
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  Strong knowledge of CMA regulations and relevant Saudi Arabian laws (company, banking, capital markets, AML, employment, etc.).
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  Demonstrated ability to develop and implement compliance monitoring frameworks and AML/KYC programs.
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  Excellent relationship management skills with experience liaising directly with regulators and senior stakeholders.
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  High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to make sound judgements on regulatory matters.
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  Strong communication skills in Arabic

• Opportunity to be part of a Global Asset Manager
• Strong Compensation Package

Job Title: Senior Compliance Officer – Capital Markets

Overview:

A leading international financial institution is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to join its Riyadh office. The successful candidate will oversee compliance matters across capital markets operations, ensuring adherence to local and international regulatory frameworks, including CMA regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation, review, and enhancement of compliance frameworks and internal controls in line with CMA and global standards.
• Act as the primary contact with the Capital Market Authority (CMA) for compliance issues.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the business.
• Advise front-office and operational teams on compliance topics such as trading, licensing, and reporting.
• Manage regulatory filings, license applications, and ongoing reports.
• Conduct compliance training and foster a culture of compliance awareness.
• Perform internal reviews and investigations as needed.
• Coordinate with global compliance teams to ensure consistency with international policies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or related fields; professional certifications like CAMS , CICA , or equivalent are advantageous.
• 5–8 years of experience in compliance roles within the financial services or capital markets sector in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of CMA regulations and experience managing compliance for licensed financial institutions.
• Experience with license applications and establishing offices is preferred.
• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
• Saudi nationals preferred due to regulatory requirements.

What’s on Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a globally respected financial institution with high governance standards.
• Dynamic international environment with exposure to cross-border regulations.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience and regulatory exposure. Please email your application to

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Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Review the company's updated policies and procedures to ensure their compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and publications.
2. Work to spread a compliance culture in the company and raise awareness of its importance.
3. Ensure receipt of all laws, regulations, and circulars issued by supervisory authorities and follow up with all company departments on their implementation.
4. Update compliance policies and procedures regularly.
5. Identify and manage all compliance risks and monitor their development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Previous experience in the Fin-Tech industry.
• Any compliance certification is a plus.
• Saudi Nationalities ONLY.

Company Industry

• IT - Software Services

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

• Compliance Senior Officer

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