Compliance Officer - Manufacturing/ Building Materials

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Officer to oversee regulatory, corporate governance, legal, ESG, and operational compliance across the Company. Key Responsibilities * Monitor and verify compliance with applicable UAE laws, regulations, resolutions, and regulatory requirements. * Coordinate regulatory matters and disclosures with SCA and ADX. * Monitor material operational, financial, and compliance matters requiring regulatory disclosure. * Maintain and audit the insider registry and enforce applicable blackout trading periods. * Develop and maintain an annual compliance action plan and update it for regulatory changes. * Prepare independent compliance reports for the Audit Committee covering significant matters, irregularities, and systemic risks. * Establish and maintain whistleblowing and employee\-protection mechanisms. * Investigate compliance breaches and implement corrective and preventive actions. * Lead internal compliance activities and coordinate external corporate and regulatory audits. * Coordinate ESG data collection and support preparation of the annual ESG report in accordance with applicable GRI/SASB requirements. * Monitor the validity and renewal of MoIAT product certifications, including ECAS and Emirates Quality Mark (EQM). * Liaise with FFZA,Civil Defence, and other authorities regarding licenses, permits, approvals, and regulatory matters. * Monitor plant emissions and waste\-management compliance in accordance with applicable UAE environmental legislation. * Coordinate with Municipality, FNRC, Chamber of Commerce, Civil Defence, and other government authorities. * Liaise with external advocates and legal consultants on regulatory and compliance matters. * Provide compliance guidance, awareness, and training to operational and support teams. - Qualifications \& Experience * Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Compliance, or a related discipline. * Minimum 3–4 years of progressive UAE regulatory compliance experience. * Experience working within a listed\-company environment and familiarity with SCA/ADX requirements is essential. * Experience with UAE regulatory and government portals, including MoIAT and ADX/DFM disclosure platforms, is highly desirable. * Experience in manufacturing, industrial, building materials, or another regulated operational environment is preferred. * Strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory reporting, compliance risk, internal controls, and investigations. * Experience dealing directly with UAE government and regulatory authorities. * Strong written and spoken **English** is essential. * **Arabic fluency** is highly desirable * Strong analytical, reporting, stakeholder\-management, investigation, and communication skills. * Ability to provide compliance training and practical guidance to operational teams.