Process & Compliance Manager - Legal Retail IKEA Jebel Ali

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arabic Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview Of The Role

The Process & Compliance Manager role is critical in reviewing and managing compliance across multiple geographic regions including UAE, Oman, Qatar, and Egypt. The position entails ensuring all contractual and operational controls are formalized to mitigate risks, safeguard assets, and promote operational efficiency. The manager is responsible for implementing business ethics and monitoring loss prevention activities. Collaboration with various departments such as Legal, Finance, and Expansion teams is essential to advise on contractual risks and secure necessary regulatory approvals. Success in the role is measured by effective compliance with group policies, timely audits, and successful implementation of SOPs and business ethics procedures.

What You Will Do

General

• Review contractual obligations to ensure compliance with Group Policies across UAE, Oman, Qatar, and Egypt.
• Assist in formalizing and implementing operational and financial controls for business units across all geographies to mitigate risks and improve operational efficiency.
• Manage and implement business ethics-related policies such as anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and sanctions screening.
• Review new processes and training materials for risk aversion.
• Implement and oversee monitoring activities for loss prevention.
• Draft and review terms and conditions for promotional activities and liaise with Legal Counsel for regulatory permits.
• Assist Head of Finance/GM on additional tasks as assigned.

Contracts

• Review contracts based on Group Procurement Policy, ensuring they meet franchise requirements.
• Coordinate with Group Legal for commerciality and risk in contracts.
• Review 3rd party suppliers for IWAY compliance with the compliance team.
• Secure necessary approvals for contracts and policy compliance.
• Maintain a directory of approved company contracts.
• Coordinate with Group Tax on filing reportable contracts within timelines.

Business Ethics Policies and Procedures

• Review, maintain, and implement business ethics policies and procedures including anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and conflict of interest policies.
• Ensure implementation of processes related to business ethics.

Audit

• Support internal audits coordination including entry and exit meetings.

Standard Operating Procedures

• Support SOP analysis and suggest operational guideline changes.
• Implement improvements in processes for operational efficiency.
• Ensure alignment of promotional activities with SOPs.
• Identify areas needing new SOPs creation.

Business Development

• Coordinate projects and conduct meetings.
• Test and walk through project scopes.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Expansion

• Review Agreements for Lease and collaborate with Expansion, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Advise on potential risks in new store agreements.
• Coordinate agreement finalization with landlords.
• Ensure timely sign-off of agreements.
• Enhance SOPs based on audit findings and internal investigations.
• Engage in monitoring and follow-up closure of investigations.
• Conduct internal investigations as needed.

Required Skills To Be Successful

• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory compliance standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite for documentation and presentations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder collaboration.

What Qualifies You For The Role

• Post Graduate Bachelor of Laws.
• Compliance certificate preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in contract reviews, process compliance, or audit, preferably in retail.
• Legal knowledge, specifically in contracts.

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