SAMA COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST @ SMC STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS
We are looking for a dedicated SAMA Compliance Specialist to support our client in the Banking and Financial Services sector in Oman. This position requires a professional who can navigate the complexities of SAMA regulations and ensure that all institutional activities are aligned with supervisory mandates. The role involves acting as a key liaison for regulatory matters and ensuring that the organization maintains a robust compliance posture.
In this role, you will be expected to manage regulatory reporting, conduct thorough compliance audits, and provide advisory services on AML/CFT matters. You will analyze new circulars and assess their impact on operations, ensuring that internal policies are updated and that all stakeholders are informed of their compliance obligations. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional to apply their expertise in a prominent Middle Eastern financial environment.
In this role, you will be expected to manage regulatory reporting, conduct thorough compliance audits, and provide advisory services on AML/CFT matters. You will analyze new circulars and assess their impact on operations, ensuring that internal policies are updated and that all stakeholders are informed of their compliance obligations. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional to apply their expertise in a prominent Middle Eastern financial environment.
Key Requirements
4–6 years in regulatory compliance within banking or financial institutions.
Strong knowledge of SAMA framework and Saudi banking laws.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proven ability to interpret and implement new regulatory updates issued by SAMA.
Experience in conducting compliance risk assessments and gap analyses.
Demonstrated expertise in overseeing regulatory reporting and ensuring timely submissions.
Ability to support audits, inspections, and internal policy development.
Strong understanding of AML/CFT frameworks and advisory support.
Capability to track regulatory changes and assess potential business impacts.
Experience working with Banking or FinTech clients in the Middle East.