Regulatory Compliance Transformation Manager - Global Consulting Firm - Contractual

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual with experience in Regulatory Compliance Transformation, Regulatory Strategy, and Regulatory Advisory within the financial services industry. This position is with a Consulting client in the finance sector, and the role can be based in the UAE, KSA, India or Pakistan with some travel involved.

The candidate will drive regulatory compliance initiatives, develop regulatory strategies, and provide expert guidance on regulatory matters to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. This role is part of a significant compliance transformation project that seeks to enhance and streamline the regulatory compliance landscape of the organization.

The success of the project will be assessed based on the implementation of effective compliance practices, adherence to regulatory requirements, and the ability to proactively mitigate regulatory risks.

What You will be doing :

- You will be designing and implementing a target operating model for regulatory compliance or a similar function and support in in the implementation of a regulatory obligations system / register.

- Your key responsibilities as a Manager/Mid-Level Professional in Regulatory Compliance will include:

- Leading and overseeing regulatory compliance transformation projects within the organization.

- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline compliance processes and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

- Developing regulatory strategies and roadmaps for proactive compliance and risk mitigation.

- Serving as a subject matter expert and advisor on regulatory compliance matters.

- Developing and implementing compliance monitoring programs.

- Conducting compliance reviews, risk assessments, and audits.

- Preparing comprehensive reports and presentations for senior management and regulatory authorities.

- Building and fostering relationships with internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and industry partners.

- Providing training and guidance to employees on regulatory compliance matters.

Your Background

To be successful in this role, you should have:

- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., finance, business, law, or related discipline). An advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE, CRCM) is a plus.

- Proven experience in regulatory compliance transformation, regulatory strategy, and regulatory advisory within the financial services industry.

- Strong knowledge of financial services regulations, such as AML/CTF, KYC, consumer protection, data privacy, or other relevant regulations.

- Excellent analytical and project management skills.

- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.

- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

- Experience in the financial industry is preferred. The work environment is fast-paced and requires a collaborative approach.