Compliance Manager

About Nesma Infrastructure and Technology (NIT)

Nesma Infrastructure and Technology (NIT) is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee and support the company's compliance functions, ensuring full adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and governance standards. This position is responsible for maintaining a robust compliance framework, monitoring regulatory requirements, minimizing compliance risks, and fostering a culture rooted in integrity, accountability, and ethical business practices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and continually improve the organization’s compliance framework, including policies, procedures, and monitoring initiatives.
• Identify and maintain a comprehensive register of relevant laws, regulations, permits, licenses, certificates, and other regulatory obligations.
• Regularly monitor the company's adherence to legal and governance requirements.
• Conduct periodic compliance audits, assessments, and monitoring to detect compliance gaps and identify areas for enhancement.
• Assist in developing compliance risk assessments and associated mitigation strategies.
• Track regulatory changes, communicate updates, and ensure that required adjustments are implemented effectively.
• Manage follow-ups on compliance issues, action items, and regulatory commitments to guarantee timely resolution.
• Compile and submit regular compliance reports and dashboards to management and appropriate committees.
• Oversee the upkeep of company licenses, permits, certifications, and timely regulatory submissions.
• Escalate major compliance violations or high-risk concerns to upper management.
• Support the Chief Audit & Compliance Executive in communicating compliance matters to senior leadership and relevant boards or committees.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit and other assurance teams to elevate corporate governance, risk, and compliance practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Law, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications in Compliance, Governance, Risk Management, Audit, or related areas are advantageous.
• At least six years of experience in compliance, governance, risk management, internal audit, or a comparable field.

Required Skills

• In-depth understanding of compliance management systems, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of risk management approaches and internal control mechanisms.
• Experience with regulatory monitoring, performing compliance assessments, and preparing related reports.
• Familiarity with pertinent laws, regulations, and industry compliance standards.
• Proficiency in preparing reports, managing documentation, and using Microsoft Office tools.