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About the Role

J. Awan & Partners is an international Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) consultancy with a global presence. As part of our expansion, we are seeking an ambitious Senior Compliance Manager to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is instrumental in enhancing client success by structuring and monitoring effective regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering programmes, while also supporting the growth of J. Awan & Partners' compliance practice within the KSA market.

Role Objectives

The primary mission of this role is to drive client success through robust compliance frameworks. This includes strengthening client relationships, identifying opportunities for service expansion, and contributing to the continuous development of our compliance capabilities in the KSA market. The role also focuses on business development by acquiring new client mandates and achieving measurable revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Structure and monitor regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering programmes for clients.
• Contribute to the growth of J. Awan's compliance practice by strengthening client relationships and identifying service expansion opportunities.
• Leverage global relationships to source and secure new business opportunities and client mandates.
• Achieve revenue growth linked to new business development efforts.
• Onboard new clients and strengthen J. Awan & Partners' market presence within KSA.
• Represent J. Awan & Partners at industry events, conferences, and networking functions.
• Deliver required regulatory licenses for clients efficiently and effectively.
• Perform as an outsourced Compliance Officer and MLRO, ensuring timely completion of regulatory obligations.
• Maintain strong compliance frameworks with no gaps and achieve positive client evaluations.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and regulators, ensuring smooth resolution of queries.
• Provide day-to-day compliance support to clients, delivering all compliance tasks and deliverables on time.
• Draft, implement, and manage compliance and AML/CTF policies and procedures, ensuring prompt updates following regulatory changes.
• Deliver compliance, AML, and corporate governance training sessions to clients.
• Stay current with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, ensuring client compliance programmes are updated accordingly.
• Provide coaching and development to team members, improving overall team capability and performance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective stakeholder management.
• Ensure smooth execution of regulatory processes and timely completion of compliance deliverables.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulators, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Promote and reinforce the J. Awan & Partners culture and brand.
• Support the attraction and retention of high-quality talent.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Bachelor's degree from a leading university, preferably in Law, Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• Minimum of 6 years of industry experience, including direct compliance experience within the financial services sector.
• Strong experience engaging with regulatory authorities in KSA and the wider MENA region.
• Proven experience developing and implementing regulatory compliance programmes within a financial services organisation.
• Prior experience working with CMA-regulated entities is required.
• Significant experience dealing with regulatory authorities within the KSA and wider MENA region, with strong working knowledge of financial services regulatory environments.
• Equipped to perform MLRO responsibilities, including investigations, SAR reporting, and oversight of CDD/EDD and monitoring processes.
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), International Compliance Association (ICA), or other relevant Regulatory Qualifications are highly desired.
• CME1 and CME2 certifications are required.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
• Risk Management
• Compliance
• Anti-money laundering programmes
• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Regulatory Licensing
• Compliance Officer and MLRO functions
• Regulatory Relationship Management
• Policy & AML/CTF Framework Management
• Compliance & Governance Training
• Regulatory Monitoring
• Team Development & Leadership
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving
• Analytical Excellence
• Communication Mastery (exceptional oral and written skills)
• Regulatory & Compliance Expertise (KSA/MENA)
• Compliance Program Development & Execution
• Independence & Self-Motivation
• Stakeholder Influence & Liaison Skills
• Organisational & Time Management
• Risk & Regulatory Awareness
• High-Pressure Execution
• Professional Integrity & Accountability

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage sensitive matters, and problem-solve without constant supervision. The successful candidate will be adept at managing relationships with regulators, clients, and internal teams, acting as a trusted compliance advisor in a fast-paced environment.