Compliance Officer

Job description

Support the implementation and ongoing management of the compliance framework to ensure adherence to SAMA regulatory requirements and internal policies. Perform compliance monitoring, regulatory analysis, risk assessments, obligations tracking, and provide day‑to‑day advisory support to business functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Risk Management, Compliance or related field
• at least 3 years of experience in compliance, regulatory compliance, risk management, governance, audit or related function
• good working knowledge of SAMA regulatory requirements and Saudi financial services regulations
• good understanding of compliance frameworks, regulatory obligations, monitoring and testing, risk assessments and internal controls
• experience conducting compliance monitoring, regulatory research, compliance reviews or risk assessments
• experience developing, reviewing and maintaining compliance policies, procedures and controls
• ability to interpret SAMA requirements and translate them into practical business actions
• experience supporting regulatory examinations, internal audits, compliance reviews, investigations and remediation
• strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• high attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate compliance documentation
• ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast‑paced regulated environment
• high integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
• compliance certification such as CAMS, CCO or equivalent preferred
• additional certifications in risk management, governance, financial crime or regulatory compliance advantageous

Skills