180 Trainee Compliance jobs in Saudi Arabia

About HSBC:

HSBC Saudi Arabia provides investment banking services to the full spectrum of corporate and institutional clients in both the private and government sectors, including public companies; private companies and establishments; funds; government agencies; and family businesses and offices.

Main Responsibilities for the role:

• Support the implementation and monitoring of Compliance policies, procedures.
• Monitor CMA and Tadawul Regulatory updates and support necessary changes to internal policies and communications.
• Assist in compliance reviews, reporting, and maintenance of records.
• Support monitoring of Personal Account Dealing activities.
• Assist in providing compliance support to the business, including training and regulator requests.

Sub Department: Legal - Compliance & Governance

Number of Openings: 1

To perform all activities that ensures an organization's adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies, including developing and implementing compliance programs, assessing and managing risks, and monitoring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Study best practices in legal compliance and contribute to the development of Olayan’s compliance framework including creating detailed action plans taking into consideration lessons learned from previous practices.
• Assess Olayan’s external legislative environment (i.e. financial regulations and labor laws), identify regulatory requirements and obligations that are applicable to Olayan and assess implications on internal policies, procedures and operations.
• Check all Olayan’s practices (i.e. financial, human capital, collection), and identify potential legal non-compliance cases in order to implement preventive actions.
• Develop action plans for solving compliance issues in case of occurrence ensuring issues are solved in a timely and efficient manner.
• Identify non-compliance risks and their impact on Olayan, develop mitigation plans accordingly and follow-up to ensure their proper implementation.
• Define and implement preventive actions for resolution of problematic issues while considering general guidance from top management on how to avoid similar situations in the future.
• Constantly coordinate compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends.
• Design a whistleblowing program that encourages employees to report concerns, protects whistleblowers from retaliation, and ensures that reports are handled confidentially and investigated thoroughly.
• Identify, manage, and disclose potential or actual conflicts of interest to prevent harm to the organization's reputation or financial well-being
• Raise awareness about compliance to external rules and regulations, and promote a compliance culture within Olayan by providing periodic trainings and awareness sessions in order to gradually reduce occurrence of non-compliance issues.
• Develop and nurture fruitful relationships with local and international committees and continuously strive to enhance Olayan’s compliance practices.

Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Law or equivalent is required.

Minimum of 8 to 9 years of experience in the Compliance and Governance domain.

Sub Department: Legal - Compliance & Governance

Number of Openings: 1

To perform all activities that ensures an organization's adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies, including developing and implementing compliance programs, assessing and managing risks, and monitoring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Study best practices in legal compliance and contribute to the development of Olayan’s compliance framework including creating detailed action plans taking into consideration lessons learned from previous practices.
• Assess Olayan’s external legislative environment (i.e. financial regulations and labor laws), identify regulatory requirements and obligations that are applicable to Olayan and assess implications on internal policies, procedures and operations.
• Check all Olayan’s practices (i.e. financial, human capital, collection), and identify potential legal non-compliance cases in order to implement preventive actions.
• Develop action plans for solving compliance issues in case of occurrence ensuring issues are solved in a timely and efficient manner.
• Identify non-compliance risks and their impact on Olayan, develop mitigation plans accordingly and follow-up to ensure their proper implementation.
• Define and implement preventive actions for resolution of problematic issues while considering general guidance from top management on how to avoid similar situations in the future.
• Constantly coordinate compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends.
• Design a whistleblowing program that encourages employees to report concerns, protects whistleblowers from retaliation, and ensures that reports are handled confidentially and investigated thoroughly.
• Identify, manage, and disclose potential or actual conflicts of interest to prevent harm to the organization's reputation or financial well-being
• Raise awareness about compliance to external rules and regulations, and promote a compliance culture within Olayan by providing periodic trainings and awareness sessions in order to gradually reduce occurrence of non-compliance issues.
• Develop and nurture fruitful relationships with local and international committees and continuously strive to enhance Olayan’s compliance practices.

Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Law or equivalent is required.

Minimum of 8 to 9 years of experience in the Compliance and Governance domain.

Overview

Premium Solutions Consultancy is recruiting on behalf of a reputable client in Saudi Arabia for the position of Compliance Manager . We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional to lead and enhance operational efficiency.

• Develop compliance policies, procedures, and programs.
• Review company policies to ensure alignment with laws and regulations.
• Promote a compliance culture within the company.
• Prepare periodic compliance reports for the board and executives.
• Ensure policies comply with regulatory standards.
• Monitor regulatory updates and enforce implementation.
• Respond to regulatory inquiries.
• Develop anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) policies.
• Review reports submitted to regulators.
• Assess new/existing products for regulatory compliance.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Stay updated on Saudi corporate governance regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree in compliance-related fields (finance, law, management).
• 3+ years in compliance (fintech, finance, or banking).
• Knowledge of SAMA regulations.
• Expertise in AML/CTF frameworks.

Potential and interested candidates whose profile closely matches the requirements may send their CV to: . Please mention " Compliance Manager – KSA " in the subject line.

Overview

Internal Job Title: Compliance Specialist

Business: Lucy Switchgear Arabia Ltd

Job Reference No: 4244

Job Purpose

The Compliance Specialist – KSA is responsible for ensuring Lucy Electric’s operations in Saudi Arabia comply with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and internal governance standards. Acting as a critical link between government affairs and corporate compliance teams, the role leads program implementation, monitors regulatory developments, and coordinates cross-functional efforts to maintain a robust, locally tailored compliance framework.

Job Context

Operating within the regulated industrial and utility sector, Lucy Switchgear Arabia Ltd. manufactures medium-voltage switchgear and distribution solutions for infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia. The Compliance Specialist – KSA ensures regulatory alignment across manufacturing, commercial, and operational functions, requiring 5–10 years’ experience in compliance management, policy implementation, audit preparedness, and internal controls.

Job Dimensions

The role reports to the General Manager and interfaces with regional and global compliance and wider business teams. It supports Lucy Electric’s broader compliance initiatives, engages regularly with KSA government and regulatory authorities, and collaborates cross-functionally—including with Quality, Contracts, Operations, and Supply Chain—to promote a culture of compliance and operational discipline.

• Oversee all aspects of external regulatory compliance across Lucy Electric’s KSA operations, serving as the point of contact for submissions, inspections, and coordination with government bodies
• Support and embed Lucy Electric’s internal compliance framework within local manufacturing and commercial operations, aligned with global governance standards
• Maintain the Risk & Opportunity (R/O) Register, gathering insights from all functions to surface priority risks and opportunities; review top 10 items regularly with the Site General Manager to inform planning
• Assist the Site GM in managing the Compliance Register, ensuring cross-functional inputs are consolidated, gaps analysed, and board-level reporting is prepared
• Track changes in local regulations, assess business impact, and coordinate procedural updates with affected teams
• Lead compliance audits and readiness checks; ensure complete documentation and corrective action tracking in accordance with audit requirements
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure regulatory compliance is integrated into daily operations and project execution
• Conduct compliance training and awareness programs to foster engagement and accountability across the workforce
• Escalate unresolved or high-risk compliance issues to legal and global compliance functions and support documentation and remediation processes
• Deliver structured compliance reporting to senior management, covering performance trends, key risk indicators, and governance alignment

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Law, or related field; certifications in compliance or regulatory affairs preferred
• 5–10 years’ experience in regulatory compliance within industrial manufacturing or infrastructure environments, preferably in KSA
• Proven ability to interpret and apply local regulations and engage effectively with government and regulatory bodies across the Kingdom
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, internal controls, and compliance frameworks in technical operational settings
• Skilled in managing compliance registers and documentation, performing gap analyses, and preparing board-facing summaries
• Experience coordinating audits and regulatory reviews, with an ability to align procedures across departments
• Effective communicator capable of influencing senior stakeholders and collaborating within matrixed environments
• Track record of leading compliance awareness and training initiatives across diverse teams
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in navigating multi-site or international organizational structures
• Good knowledge of ISO requirements ( 9001 ,14001 ,45001,.Etc.)
• Takes ownership of deliverables and meets compliance deadlines with precision
• Build trust and influence across departments and senior leadership
• Communicates complex requirements clearly and adapts to varied audiences
• Anticipates risks and proactively drives resolution and improvement
• Collaborates across functions to integrate compliance into daily workflows
• Promote awareness and understanding through training and engagement
• Maintains transparency, consistency, and alignment with governance standards

Note: Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!

About Us

Businesses are complex, and so are their workflows and challenges. Off-the-shelf AI solutions often fall short of meeting unique needs. At VisionX, we bridge this gap with deep AI expertise and an understanding of your processes, pain points, and goals. Since 2017, AI has been our core, enabling us to deliver tailored systems for businesses and customers. As innovation partners to world-leading brands and Fortune 1000 companies, we specialize in product strategy and custom application development, leveraging agile methods, accelerators, and pre-trained AI assets to fast-track your AI journey while creating Intellectual Property.

Recognized among Fast Company’s Top 10 Most Innovative Companies of 2020—alongside Microsoft and Snap Inc.—VisionX delivers cutting-edge solutions across industries. Our expertise spans computer vision, 3D modeling, AR, VR, decision sciences, and IoT, solving diverse challenges with precision and innovation. By aligning technology with your objectives, we deliver transformative solutions that drive growth.

Your Role:

As a Compliance Manager at VisionX, you will play a critical role in ensuring the organization's adherence to all relevant regulatory and internal compliance standards. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive compliance program that mitigates risks, minimizes legal and financial exposure, and fosters a culture of compliance within the organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct thorough assessments of identified compliance gaps.
2. Categorize gaps by severity, impact, and urgency to prioritize actions.
3. Create detailed remediation plans for each gap, including timelines, responsible parties, and measurable outcomes.
4. Engage relevant stakeholders across departments to ensure effective implementation of compliance initiatives.
5. Provide regular updates to leadership on the progress of remediation efforts, including any challenges encountered.
6. Establish and maintain mechanisms for ongoing monitoring of gap closure efforts.
7. Utilize dashboards or compliance management tools to provide real-time visibility into remediation status.
8. Monitor compliance with all relevant IT, security, and data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, local water industry regulations).
9. Conduct regular compliance audits and reviews to identify areas for improvement.
10. Maintain a centralized repository for all compliance-related documentation, including audit findings, corrective action plans, and evidence of adherence.
11. Review and update compliance policies and procedures as needed to reflect changes in regulations and industry best practices.
12. Develop and implement a robust risk management strategy to identify, assess, and mitigate IT operational risks.
13. Conduct risk assessments and identify potential areas of vulnerability.
14. Develop and implement controls to mitigate identified risks.
15. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk mitigation controls.

What You Need:

1. 8+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or a related field.
2. Strong understanding of relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, data privacy laws).
3. Experience in conducting risk assessments, developing remediation plans, and monitoring compliance activities.
4. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
6. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
7. Strong organizational and project management skills.
8. Experience with compliance management tools and data analysis techniques is a plus.

Why Choose Us:

Our global network of industry experts and mentors helps shape your growth and future. We believe in delivering client value through our work. We build products that are not good or great, but outstanding.

You deliver! We will make your stay and journey with us worthwhile.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected status.

About InvestSky
We're on a mission to make investing accessible to all.

Our goal is to offer an all-in-one investing solution.

With InvestSky, people no longer have to get lost in multiple apps, drown in fragmented communities across social media in search of investment insights, or pay high fees to make an investment.

InvestSky offers an all-in-one solution to a more efficient and enjoyable investing journey for the MENA investors, both new and experienced ones.

With InvestSky, you can:

Mingle: get social, meet like-minded folk, follow friends, exchange ideas

Discover: build your knowledge and understand the market with our advanced tools to gain insights

Create: buy your favourite stocks and build your portfolio

We are looking for someone passionate about building the next big thing and making a true impact in the region.
About The Role
InvestSky hold a category 4 license and are regulated by the DFSA. Our customers put trust in us, and we're looking for a Compliance Officer/MLRO to work closely with the regulators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administering Relevant Policies & Procedures - Review and advise on areas of regulatory change and applicable best practices and update the relevant manuals and procedures as necessary.
• Liaising with Regulators - Maintain close liaison with the relevant regulatory bodies and obtain any necessary licenses, and consents, make ad hoc notifications, file periodic regulatory returns, and provide information upon request.
• Provision of Advice & Support - Review any marketing materials and make the necessary AML/KYC checks promptly to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Provide guidance and advice to the Board and senior management on any local regulatory matters.
• Compliance Monitoring and Management Reporting - Conducting quarterly compliance monitoring and surveillance, reporting to the Board and senior management on the appropriateness and effectiveness of the Firm's systems and controls, and implementing any required. enhancements.
• Record Keeping - Maintain proper records about controllers, senior management apportionment, authorized individuals, breaches, fitness and propriety, complaints, training and competence, conflicts identification and management, communications and marketing, client-related documentation, regulatory returns, and notifications made.
• Filing of Regulatory Returns - Preparation and filing of all required reports.

Competencies

• Knowledgeable and comfortable with regulation.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-have

• Experience with retail clients.
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS).

Benefits

• Market-standard compensation;
• Generous Employee Stock Ownership Plan in line with our belief that our employees should be owners of the company and not just contributors;
• You'll never have to pay for our premium paid plans ;)
• Being part of a founding team building something revolutionary in FinTech in the region.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our team as
Manager of Governance, Compliance & Risk
. This role will play a critical part in ensuring organizational sustainability, compliance with local and international regulations, and embedding best practices in governance and enterprise risk management.

Position:
Governance, Compliance & Risk Manager

Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, update, and implement corporate governance policies and frameworks.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure policies remain aligned with local and international standards.
• Lead compliance programs, address non-compliance cases, and manage relationships with regulatory bodies.
• Design and oversee an enterprise-wide risk management framework (ERM), including identifying, classifying, and mitigating risks.
• Report regularly to executive management and relevant committees on governance, compliance, and risk.
• Supervise and mentor the team, driving a culture of accountability and compliance.
• Promote awareness through internal training and workshops.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience
  in governance, compliance, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi regulations (e.g., Central Bank, CMA, Ministry of Commerce) and relevant international standards (COSO, ISO 31000, Basel).
• Proven leadership, strategic thinking, and policy development skills.
• High integrity, strong decision-making abilities, and excellent communication skills.

This is a senior leadership role with direct impact on the organization's reputation, compliance culture, and long-term sustainability. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for governance, risk, and compliance, we'd like to hear from you

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We have an urgent opening for Compliance cum Admin Executive for Riyadh location.

Job location : Riyadh.

Role Overview:

The
Compliance cum Admin Executive
will be responsible for ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance across Data Center, Infrastructure, or Construction projects, while also handling key administrative operations. The role demands strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, vendor documentation, site permits, and effective office administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory compliances (labor laws, safety norms, local authority approvals, etc.) relevant to Data Center / Infra / Construction projects.
• Maintain updated compliance records, licenses, permits, and certifications for projects and corporate office.
• Support internal and external audits (legal, statutory, ISO, safety) and ensure timely closure of observations.
• Manage administrative functions including vendor coordination, procurement, facilities management, and asset tracking.
• Handle documentation for HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) compliance and liaise with site teams for permits/approvals.
• Ensure contractor/vendor compliance for statutory obligations (PF, ESI, insurance, safety training, etc.).
• Draft and implement internal compliance policies and SOPs to align with company standards.
• Provide compliance and administrative reports to senior management on a regular basis.
• Coordinate with project sites for smooth execution of compliance-related documentation and approvals.

Key Skills:

• Good knowledge of compliance requirements in
  Data Center / Infra / Construction industry
  .
• Familiarity with labor laws, contract compliance, vendor documentation, and safety regulations.
• Strong administrative and organizational management abilities.
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and compliance tracking tools.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Graduate/Postgraduate in Business Administration, Law, or related discipline.
• 8-10 years of experience in compliance and administration within Data Center / Infra / Construction projects.
• Hands-on exposure to statutory compliances, vendor contracts, and safety audits is highly desirable.