Corporate Compliance Manager

About the Role Apta Services is seeking an experienced and detail\-oriented Corporate Compliance Manager to oversee and strengthen the company’s compliance, risk management, internal control, audit, and corporate governance practices. The Corporate Compliance Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the organization operates in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and recognized corporate governance standards. The role will work closely with senior management and various departments to identify compliance risks, develop practical controls, maintain effective policies and procedures, and promote a strong culture of accountability and ethical business conduct. The successful candidate will serve as a key point of contact for compliance\-related matters and will help ensure that regulatory requirements are translated into clear and effective business practices. Key ResponsibilitiesRegulatory Compliance * Monitor applicable Kuwaiti laws, regulations, regulatory requirements, and industry standards affecting the company. * Maintain a structured compliance calendar covering regulatory obligations, licenses, renewals, filings, and required submissions. * Assess the impact of regulatory changes and ensure that relevant policies and business processes are updated accordingly. * Advise management and departments on compliance requirements and potential regulatory risks. * Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries, inspections, and compliance reviews where applicable. Corporate Governance * Develop, maintain, and improve the company's corporate governance framework. * Support management in implementing appropriate governance policies, procedures, and reporting mechanisms. * Maintain and review policies relating to business ethics, conflicts of interest, anti\-bribery and corruption, whistleblowing, confidentiality, and other compliance matters. * Promote transparency, accountability, and ethical decision\-making throughout the organization. Risk Management \& Internal Controls * Conduct periodic compliance and operational risk assessments. * Identify weaknesses, control gaps, and potential areas of regulatory or operational exposure. * Recommend and implement appropriate corrective and preventive controls. * Monitor the effectiveness of internal controls and follow up on identified issues until resolution. * Work with relevant departments to establish appropriate risk mitigation plans. Audit \& Compliance Monitoring * Develop and maintain a compliance monitoring and testing program. * Conduct periodic reviews to assess adherence to company policies and applicable regulations. * Coordinate with internal and external auditors and assist with audit preparation and follow\-up. * Track audit findings and corrective actions to ensure timely resolution. * Maintain accurate and well\-organized compliance documentation and evidence. Policies \& Procedures * Draft, review, and update corporate policies, procedures, and compliance manuals. * Ensure policies are practical, clearly communicated, and consistently implemented. * Review business processes and recommend improvements where compliance or control weaknesses are identified. * Maintain appropriate records of compliance activities, reviews, findings, and management actions. Training \& Awareness * Develop and deliver compliance awareness and training programs for employees. * Ensure employees understand their responsibilities under company policies and applicable regulations. * Promote a culture in which employees understand the importance of ethical conduct, regulatory compliance, and responsible decision\-making. Reporting \& Management Support * Prepare regular compliance and risk reports for senior management. * Provide management with updates on significant compliance risks, regulatory developments, audit findings, and corrective actions. * Develop appropriate compliance KPIs, risk indicators, and management dashboards where required. * Escalate significant compliance issues promptly and recommend practical solutions. Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in **Law, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related discipline**. * **5\+ years of relevant professional experience** in corporate compliance, risk management, internal audit, governance, regulatory affairs, or a related field. * Previous experience in a **compliance, audit, risk, governance, or control\-management role** is strongly preferred. * Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, internal controls, risk management, and compliance frameworks. * Good knowledge of applicable **Kuwaiti regulatory and commercial requirements** and the ability to research and interpret regulatory changes. * Demonstrated experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and internal controls. * Experience coordinating internal or external audits and managing corrective\-action plans. * Strong analytical, investigative, and problem\-solving abilities. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong report\-writing and documentation skills. * High level of integrity, confidentiality, professional judgment, and attention to detail. * Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with senior management and different departments. * Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly **Word, Excel, and PowerPoint**. * **Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is highly desirable.** Preferred Qualifications Professional certification in a relevant discipline such as **Certified Compliance \& Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or an equivalent compliance, risk, audit, or governance qualification** will be considered an advantage. Experience with **GRC, compliance\-management, risk\-management, or audit\-management systems** is also desirable. Key Competencies * Regulatory and legal awareness * Corporate governance * Risk assessment and mitigation * Internal controls * Audit coordination * Policy development * Compliance monitoring * Strong business judgment * Analytical thinking * Communication and stakeholder management * Confidentiality and professional integrity * Leadership and accountability موقع العمل: بشكل شخصي