Vice President & Head of Compliance, Global Markets, Global Corporate Finance & Head of Surveillance Greater Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President and Head of Compliance for Global Markets, Global Corporate Finance, and Head of Surveillance. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Compliance Advisory team, with a dual focus on providing expert compliance advice and oversight to the business teams and leading the Compliance Surveillance team. This global role requires collaboration with country compliance teams to ensure adherence to international regulations and manage surveillance controls. The role is pivotal in upholding fair and orderly markets, acting as an independent partner to the First Line of Defense, and supporting the enhancement of the Second Line of Defense to maintain a strong culture of compliance. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a preference for a compliance certification, and a minimum of 10 years' experience in financial services compliance, including at least 6 years in a compliance surveillance or monitoring role. The role demands an in-depth understanding of market abuse rules, automated surveillance tools, and international regulations impacting global markets and corporate finance. The candidate should possess strong interpersonal, people management, and leadership skills, as well as excellent analytical and communication abilities. Responsibilities also include general compliance duties, people management, and leading the team in driving a culture of compliance and risk management.

Hiring Company

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)