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About Unifonic

Unifonic 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 the MENA region. Unifonic is recognized as a Great Place to Work® and is pioneering sovereign, agentic AI through its Agentic Studio platform.

The Role: Senior Compliance Specialist

Unifonic is seeking a Senior Compliance Specialist to join its team in Riyadh, Riyadh Province. This full-time role is central to managing and enhancing the company's Compliance function, focusing on all compliance affairs to anticipate issues and develop proactive, practical solutions for the business. The position requires 2-5 years of relevant experience.

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 communication and impact.
• Organize regular training sessions for employees to communicate key regulatory changes and updates.
• Support the creation and implementation of organizational policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Research industry compliance regulations and policies.
• Evaluate internal operational and procedural compliance.
• Maintain internal regulatory compliance by communicating requirements, obtaining approvals, and training stakeholders.
• Apply for compliance certifications and regulatory approvals.
• Develop and maintain a compliance recordkeeping system.
• Maintain communication with compliance regulators and follow up on applications.
• Stay informed about compliance requirements and amendments to regulations.
• Identify roadblocks and propose process improvements.
• Maintain a compliance communication register and documentation.
• Create and manage action plans in response to regulatory compliance audit discoveries and violations.
• Remediate regulatory audits and periodic reviews, compiling gaps and action plans.

Required Experience and Attributes

Candidates for this role should possess 3+ years of experience in a relevant compliance function. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following attributes:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with an ability to use data to find solutions.
• A sense of ownership and accountability, ensuring projects are completed.
• Clear communication skills, capable of explaining ideas and listening across teams.
• A collaborative approach, working effectively with others to support team goals.
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning of new skills or tools.
• A willingness to mentor others and share knowledge.
• Resilience under pressure and a constructive approach to setbacks.
• A focus on quality and attention to detail, striving for continuous improvement.
• Advocacy for best practices, efficiency, and innovation.

Work Environment

Unifonic fosters an environment that values creativity and collaboration. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas and are considered shareholders, working together to shape the future of the company.