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Compliance Manager – Lebanon
The Role:
The Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s compliance framework, ensuring adherence to applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards. This role plays a critical part in safeguarding the company’s regulatory standing, reputation, and operational integrity.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior management and internal departments to embed a strong compliance culture across the organization and ensure that compliance obligations are effectively implemented and monitored.
The main responsibilities of the position include:
- Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls in line with regulatory requirements.
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business, ensuring timely implementation of necessary changes.
- Provide compliance guidance and support to internal teams on regulatory, policy, and conduct-related matters.
- Oversee AML/CFT, KYC, and sanctions compliance frameworks and ensure effective ongoing monitoring.
- Conduct compliance reviews, risk assessments, and internal audits, and report findings to senior management.
- Act as the primary point of contact with regulators, auditors, and external advisors on compliance-related matters.
- Review marketing materials, communications, and business initiatives to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Investigate and manage compliance breaches or incidents, recommend corrective actions, and oversee remediation.
- Prepare compliance reports and present updates to management and relevant committees.
- Promote a strong compliance culture through training, awareness, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Main requirements:
- Degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in a compliance role, preferably within financial services, brokerage, or regulated environments.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, AML/CFT, KYC, and compliance best practices.
- Experience interacting with regulators and managing regulatory reporting obligations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk-assessment skills.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Very good oral and written communication skills in English.
- Professional compliance certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA, CISI) are considered an advantage.
Benefit from:
- Attractive remuneration package plus performance-related reward.
- Private health insurance.
- Professional and intellectually stimulating work environment.
- Continuous personal development and international training opportunities.
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.