Legal & Compliance Manager

About the RoleFuture Pipe Industries (FPI) is undergoing a group-wide compliance transformation to embed robust regulatory, operational, and ethical compliance across its business. We are seeking a capable and dynamic Compliance Manager to be based in Dammam, who will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing FPI's compliance and risk management framework across the GCC—particularly in the UAE and KSA.This is a strategic role suited for a legally trained compliance professional who brings strong regulatory insight, governance acumen, contractual awareness, and risk sensitivity, and who can operate as a trusted advisor across internal stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesCompliance & Risk ManagementDevelop and implement a comprehensive legal compliance program, including manuals, policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and awareness protocols.Draft and maintain internal compliance policies and procedures, and ensure their effective communication, implementation, and monitoring across all relevant business functions.Monitor and analyze regulatory and risk developments in the UAE, KSA, and internationally, with proactive updates to internal controls.Ensure FPI adheres to government regulations and that employees comply with internal policies and standards.Maintain and manage FPI's compliance and risk register, capturing legal, regulatory, operational, and reputational risks.Design and enforce decision‑making protocols, governance structures, and clear distribution of business responsibilities.Lead internal investigations and ensure consistent handling of whistleblower reports and compliance breaches.Conduct risk assessments and identify existing and potential red flags across the business.Enhance due diligence and KYC systems to strengthen third‑party risk controls and mitigate exposure in business engagements.Drive data privacy compliance efforts under GDPR and applicable regional regulations.Legal Advocacy & Contractual SupportRevise existing and future agreements, including Local Service Agreements (LSAs), to ensure legal protection, regulatory compliance, and cost minimization.Draft new contracts aligned with FPI's risk appetite and commercial objectives.Conduct legal and commercial research to identify risks, optimize contractual structures, and reduce potential liabilities or transactional costs.Provide legal insight and advisory during early stages of business engagements to support contract alignment and mitigate future legal exposure.Group Litigation Follow‑upConduct regular follow‑ups with external legal counsel and litigation resources to track ongoing lawsuits and disputes across the Group.Keep management updated with accurate and timely litigation status reports, key deadlines, and developments affecting exposure or strategy.Ensure litigation records are properly maintained and aligned with reporting protocols and legal holds.Reporting & StrategyDevelop structured compliance and risk reports for management, capturing trends, incidents, and performance indicators.Create and align compliance strategies that support business integration and continuously raise awareness across business functions.Support strategic planning and reporting cycles, including compliance dashboards, internal KPIs, and board‑level summaries.Training & Culture BuildingLead compliance and risk awareness training sessions, internal campaigns, and workshops across departments.Foster a proactive compliance culture by embedding awareness across all levels of the organization.Work closely with Legal, HR, Internal Audit, and Operations to build ownership and accountability.SkillsEducation & CertificationsLaw degree from a reputable institution; UK education or legal training strongly preferred (LLB, LLM, or equivalent).Additional certifications in compliance, ethics, risk management, or data privacy (e.g., ICA, CCEP, CIPP/E, IRM) are highly desirable.ExperienceMinimum 6-8 years of legal professional experience, with at least 4 years in a corporate compliance and/or risk management role.Strong background in contract drafting, legal services, and litigation coordination.Experience in legal advocacy, governance, and regulatory support, particularly within the GCC.Demonstrated experience in:Sanctions compliance and data protection (GDPR)Internal investigations and whistleblowingESG, KYC, and governance frameworksLitigation and external counsel managementRisk assessment and compliance reportingSkills & AttributesStrong command of global compliance and risk standards (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act, COSO ERM, OECD Guidelines).Excellent legal drafting, research, reporting, and communication skills.Strategic thinker with strong business integration capabilities.High ethical standards, sound judgment, and cross‑functional collaboration.Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.#J-18808-Ljbffr