Job Description

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Our client, a global hedge fund with operations across major financial hubs, is seeking an experienced Compliance professional to join their Dubai team. The role will focus on ensuring compliance with DFSA regulations and internal policies, while liaising with global compliance teams to maintain consistent governance standards across the firm.
Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary compliance contact for the Dubai entity, ensuring full adherence to DFSA and DIFC regulatory frameworks.
• Liaise with global compliance teams to align local regulatory practices with international group standards.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, license maintenance, and ongoing compliance monitoring programs.
• Review and update policies, procedures, and internal controls to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Provide regulatory and compliance advisory support to investment, trading, and operations teams.
• Manage regulatory audits, reviews, and inspections, ensuring timely responses and remedial actions.
• Maintain compliance registers, prepare periodic reports, and support internal audit activities.
• Deliver compliance awareness and training sessions to staff.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in Compliance within financial services, preferably with exposure to hedge funds, asset management, or sell-side institutions (brokerage, trading, or investment banking).
• Strong knowledge of DFSA regulations and familiarity with the DIFC framework.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with cross-border or global compliance teams.
• Capable of working independently in a small office setup while supporting global oversight.
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, or related discipline; professional compliance certifications (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) are a plus.

Location: Dubai, UAE (DIFC)

Skills Required