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About J. Awan Capital

J. Awan & Partners is a fast-growing international Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Consultancy with headquarters in the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC). The firm also operates a Technology company creating bespoke innovative RegTech solutions. With a business presence across multiple jurisdictions including the UAE, KSA, UK & Ireland, Singapore, Pakistan, Qatar, and South Africa, J. Awan & Partners provides Regulatory Governance, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Recruitment, and Technology services to a diverse client base, including global, regional, and local financial services institutions, governments, and other industry partners.

Role Overview

J. Awan Capital is seeking a Senior Compliance Manager to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is central to contributing to client success by structuring and monitoring fit-for-purpose regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering programmes. The manager will also support the growth of J. Awan Capital's compliance practice by strengthening client relationships, identifying opportunities to expand service offerings, and contributing to the continuous development of compliance capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Leverage global relationships to source and secure new business opportunities and acquire new client mandates.
• Successfully onboard new clients and strengthen J. Awan & Partners' market presence and brand recognition within KSA operating jurisdictions.
• Strengthen existing client relationships through stakeholder management, aiming for high client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Represent J. Awan & Partners as a brand ambassador at industry events, converting engagements into new business leads.
• Deliver all required regulatory licenses for clients efficiently and effectively, ensuring timely submission and approval of applications.
• Perform effectively as an outsourced Compliance Officer and MLRO, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all regulatory obligations and maintaining strong compliance frameworks.
• Serve as a trusted liaison between clients and relevant regulators, maintaining strong working relationships and ensuring efficient resolution of regulatory queries.
• Provide day-to-day compliance support to clients, delivering all compliance tasks and regulatory deliverables on time.
• Draft, implement, and manage compliance and AML/CTF policies and procedures, ensuring prompt updates following regulatory changes and successful implementation across client mandates.
• Deliver compliance, AML, and corporate governance training sessions to increase client awareness and understanding of regulatory obligations.
• Stay current with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, ensuring all client compliance programmes are updated immediately when regulations change.
• Provide coaching and development to team members, improving overall team capability and performance, and ensuring KPIs and performance standards are met.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 6 years of industry experience, including direct compliance experience within the financial services sector.
• Strong, demonstrable 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.

Core Competencies and Skills

• Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Ability to overcome challenges, adjust to new ways of working, and consistently deliver results in dynamic regulatory environments.
• Collaboration & Partnership Building: Proven ability to build strong partnerships, collaborate effectively, and influence clients, team members, and regulators.
• Analytical Excellence: Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex regulatory issues, interpret data, and make informed compliance decisions.
• Communication Mastery: Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and confidently at all levels.
• Regulatory & Compliance Expertise: Significant demonstrable experience in dealing with regulatory authorities within the KSA and wider MENA region, with strong working knowledge of financial services regulatory environments.
• Compliance Program Development & Execution: Equipped to perform MLRO responsibilities, including investigations, SAR reporting, and oversight of CDD/EDD and monitoring processes.
• Independence & Self-Motivation: Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage sensitive matters, and problem-solve without constant supervision.
• Organisational & Time Management: Strong ability to organise tasks, prioritise effectively, manage deadlines, and maintain structured compliance workflows.
• Risk & Regulatory Awareness: Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements, AML/CTF obligations, and risk indicators to support effective monitoring and oversight.
• High-Pressure Execution: Significant ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple compliance deliverables simultaneously.
• Professional Integrity & Accountability: Maintains confidentiality, demonstrates reliability, follows instructions with discipline, and upholds ethical and professional standards across all responsibilities.

Professional Certifications

• Required: CME1 and CME2 certifications.
• Highly Desired: CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), CISI (Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment), ICA (International Compliance Association), and other Regulatory Qualifications.