Senior Compliance Analyst

Job purpose

The role is focused on keeping the organization aligned with applicable regulations, internal controls, and audit expectations, while also contributing to broader risk and control activities across the business.

Core responsibilities

• Track adherence to company policies and relevant external regulations.
• Coordinate and assist with both external and internal audits from start to finish.
• Spot control weaknesses and risk areas, then propose practical corrective actions.
• Examine financial and operational workflows to improve compliance and overall efficiency.
• Work closely with multiple teams to make sure required standards are consistently followed.
• Draft compliance-related reports and share key observations with management.
• Help carry out audit recommendations and follow through on agreed improvements.
• Maintain clear records, supporting evidence, and complete audit trails.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related discipline is required.
• Professional certifications such as CA, ACCA, or CPA are an advantage.
• The position calls for 5 to 10+ years of experience in compliance, audit, or risk functions.
• Hands-on experience with a Big4 firm is mandatory.
• A solid background in external audit is essential, while internal audit exposure is beneficial.
• Experience in the construction sector, especially on hospitality projects, is preferred.

Key skills

The ideal candidate should bring a strong grasp of compliance, audit practices, and risk control, along with analytical thinking, reporting accuracy, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Preferred background

• Prior work experience in the GCC region is desirable.
• Exposure to process enhancement initiatives and control frameworks will be considered a plus.