Job Description

Role: Regulatory Compliance Consultant
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Contract Type: Short-term Contract
Working Model: On-site, Standard Office Hours
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Consultant to join a leading consulting firm in Abu Dhabi on a short-term engagement . The successful candidate will support the delivery of regulatory compliance initiatives, focusing on conduct risk management and the implementation of frameworks aligned with local and international regulations.

This is a hands-on role ideal for professionals with strong compliance knowledge and prior exposure to conduct risk frameworks within financial services or consulting environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance Support
• Review, enhance, and implement compliance policies and frameworks to meet UAE regulatory requirements.
• Support the development and delivery of compliance monitoring plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure alignment with evolving Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and other regulatory standards.
• Conduct Risk Management
• Assess and strengthen conduct risk frameworks within the organization.
• Review processes, controls, and reporting mechanisms to ensure responsible conduct across operations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive compliance with conduct-related obligations.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory
• Provide regulatory advice and guidance to internal teams and client stakeholders.
• Prepare reports and documentation for senior management and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support internal training and awareness sessions on conduct and compliance risks.

Key Requirements

• Experience:
• 5+ years in regulatory compliance, risk management, or related roles within financial services, consulting, or banking.
• Strong knowledge of conduct risk frameworks, ideally within the UAE or GCC region.
• Prior experience supporting short-term regulatory or compliance transformation projects is preferred.
• Technical Skills:
• Familiarity with UAE regulatory standards, particularly CBUAE guidelines.
• Experience conducting gap assessments, drafting policies, and implementing effective controls.
• Strong report-writing, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and proactive in approach.

Engagement Details

• Contract Type: Short-term consulting engagement
• Duration: Approximately 3-4 months
• Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Working Hours: Standard office-based hours
• Start Date: Immediate or as agreed
• Compensation: Competitive, based on experience