Senior Compliance Specialist📣 إعلان

About Unifonic and the Role

Unifonic, recognized as a Great Place to Work®, is an AI-native customer experience platform designed for emerging markets. With over 25 years of research and development in conversational AI, the company serves more than 5,000 enterprises across MENA and is pioneering sovereign, agentic AI through its Agentic Studio platform. This full-time Senior Compliance Specialist role, based in Riyadh, Riyadh Province, is central to managing the organization's regulatory perception and ensuring adherence to compliance standards.

The Compliance Team

The Compliance team at Unifonic is responsible for managing and enhancing the company's overall compliance function. The team focuses on all compliance affairs to proactively identify potential issues and develop practical solutions that support business operations while maintaining regulatory integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the organization maintains an engagement framework with the regulator (CST).
• Collaborate with management and staff to identify and manage regulatory compliance risks.
• Maintain open communication with relevant decision-makers and stakeholders regarding regulatory updates and their impact.
• Organize regular training sessions for employees to communicate key regulatory changes.
• Support the creation and implementation of organizational policies, standards, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Research industry compliance regulations and policies.
• Evaluate internal operational and procedural compliance.
• Maintain internal regulatory compliance through communication, obtaining approvals, and stakeholder training.
• Manage applications for compliance certifications and regulatory approvals.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive compliance recordkeeping system.
• Maintain communication with compliance regulators and follow up on applications.
• Stay informed about compliance requirements and amendments to regulations.
• Identify process roadblocks and propose improvements.
• Maintain the compliance communication register and documentation.
• Create and manage action plans in response to regulatory compliance audit findings and violations.
• Remediate regulatory audits and periodic reviews, compiling identified gaps and action plans.

Required Experience and Qualifications

Candidates for this role should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in compliance or regulatory affairs. A strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and the ability to apply them within a dynamic business environment are essential.

Candidate Profile and Essential Skills

• Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Ability to approach problems clearly, utilize data, and identify effective solutions.
• Ownership and Accountability: Takes responsibility for tasks and ensures projects are completed.
• Communication: Explains ideas clearly and listens effectively across teams.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with others to support team objectives.
• Adaptability and Learning: Adjusts to changes and continuously acquires new skills or tools.
• Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Supports the growth of colleagues and shares expertise.
• Resilience: Maintains composure under pressure and addresses setbacks constructively.
• Quality and Attention to Detail: Executes work meticulously and strives for continuous improvement.
• Advocacy and Innovation: Promotes best practices, efficiency, and new ideas.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role operates within a collaborative environment where creativity and teamwork are valued.