Compliance Officer

We are looking to hire a Compliance Officer who will be responsible for conducting regulatory compliance inspections and ensuring education providers meet all required standards and timelines for our client based in Dubai – which is one of the most prestigious government entities and one of the largest companies in the region.

This position is a contract role with an initial duration of 12 months and is renewable based on performance and business needs.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare for site visits, including scheduling, dossier compilation, and checklist development.
• Conduct on-site compliance inspections across various education providers (schools, early childhood centers, TVET, higher education).
• Collect and document evidence (including photos where permitted) during inspections.
• Draft and submit same-day visit summaries and structured reports within agreed timelines, including tracker updates and follow-ups.
• Coordinate with team leads to support quality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to data protection, confidentiality, and evidence-handling protocols.

Knowledge, skills & experience:

• 1–4 years of experience in compliance, regulatory, or education quality assurance (high potential fresh graduates may also be considered).
• Bilingual (Arabic & English) – fluency in spoken and written communication, with strong report-writing skills in both languages.
• Excellent Arabic and English writing, formatting, and documentation capabilities.
• Strong planning, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and readiness to learn new systems and templates.
• Ability to conduct field visits across all provider types and participate in joint inspections with other government entities.

Availability:

Preference will be given to candidates available immediately or within a maximum of 30 days after accepting the offer.

We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in the United Arab Emirates. Please apply with your resume and contact details.

We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role, a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to get a deeper understanding of your profile, to discuss the role in more detail and potential next steps.