Tabby
Senior Compliance Officer
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 2 - 5 yrs
Job expiry date: 12/04/2026
Job overview
Date posted
26/02/2026
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 20,000 - 30,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
2 - 5 yrs
Seniority
Senior & Lead
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
12/04/2026
Job description
The Senior Compliance Officer at Tabby will play a critical role in ensuring the organisationās adherence to all applicable UAE Central Bank (CBUAE) regulations and standards for B2B and B2C lending. This hands-on, delivery-focused role involves supporting the full compliance lifecycle, including regulatory monitoring, risk assessments, compliance reviews, new product approvals, vendor oversight, policy development, reporting, and horizon scanning. The incumbent will operate independently on complex compliance matters, provide guidance on regulatory interpretation, and promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the organisation. The role requires strong knowledge of CBUAE regulations, excellent judgement, and the ability to work collaboratively across business functions.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Support implementation and ongoing maintenance of the regulatory compliance framework aligned with CBUAE regulations for B2B and B2C lending.
- Monitor compliance with Finance Companies, Consumer Protection, SME Market Conduct, Credit Risk Management, Fitness & Propriety, Outsourcing regulations, and other relevant CBUAE directives.
- Assist in interpreting regulatory requirements into practical policies, procedures, systems, and controls.
- Support regulatory inquiries, supervisory reviews, and inspections by preparing accurate responses and documentation.
- Conduct compliance and regulatory risk assessments, identifying risks, control gaps, and remediation measures.
- Perform compliance monitoring reviews across products, processes, and business units, maintaining audit-ready documentation.
- Support preparation and submission of regulatory reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
- Provide compliance input for new product approvals, enhancements, and material business changes, reviewing structures, disclosures, and documentation.
- Conduct vendor due diligence and review outsourcing arrangements for regulatory compliance and contractual alignment.
- Draft, review, and periodically update compliance policies, procedures, and manuals, embedding regulatory requirements into operations.
- Conduct regulatory horizon scanning, track upcoming changes, and assist in regulatory impact assessments.
- Support development and delivery of regulatory training programs to promote awareness and adherence across the organisation.
Experience & skills
- Bachelorās degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related discipline.
- 3ā6 yearsā experience in compliance or regulatory roles within financial services, preferably CBUAE-regulated lending.
- Strong practical knowledge of UAE Central Bank regulations for B2B and B2C lending.
- Experience in AML/CFT/CPF frameworks is desirable.
- Professional compliance qualification (ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent) preferred.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to exercise independent judgment.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ethical mindset with a strong focus on consumer protection and regulatory adherence.
- Proficiency in documenting, monitoring, and reporting compliance activities.