The Cigna Group
Legal Compliance Advisor
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
- Urgent
Job overview
Date posted
16/07/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Comprehensive package + relocation
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Experienced
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
30/08/2025
Job description
The Legal Compliance Advisor will serve as the lead compliance officer for Cigna’s operations in the UAE. This role involves spearheading compliance initiatives, engaging with regulators, and advising internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements and legal risks. The position offers a high level of visibility and collaboration across regional and global teams, including senior and business leadership. The advisor will also have opportunities to contribute to broader MEA regional compliance efforts and cross-functional legal projects.
Required skills
legal compliance
regulatory affairs
UAE regulatory knowledge
risk management
policy development
compliance monitoring
regulator liaison
stakeholder engagement
healthcare insurance law
cross-border compliance
regional legal support
data privacy compliance
compliance advisory
legal risk mitigation
policy interpretation
Key responsibilities
- Act as the primary compliance officer for Cigna’s UAE business operations.
- Lead, shape, and implement compliance strategies aligned with local regulations and company policy.
- Engage and collaborate with UAE regulators, external legal advisors, and internal stakeholders.
- Support cross-functional teams with compliance guidance on business initiatives and regulatory changes.
- Monitor and interpret relevant laws and regulatory developments in the UAE and MEA region.
- Assist in the development of policies, procedures, and compliance training programs.
- Work with global and regional legal teams on initiatives impacting MEA markets.
- Support the business in maintaining compliance with applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.
Experience & skills
- Legal background with knowledge of UAE regulatory requirements (Bachelor's in Law or equivalent expected).
- Experience in legal compliance, preferably within the insurance, healthcare, or financial services sectors.
- Proven ability to manage relationships with regulators and external counsel.
- Strong understanding of regional regulatory landscapes and cross-border compliance issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work in fast-paced, international environments.