Position Title: Legal & Compliance Specialist

Location: Qatar
Contract Type: Permanent

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) is required.

• Master’s Degree (LLM or equivalent) is a strong advantage.

• Compliance certifications (e.g., CCEP, ICA, etc.) are beneficial but not mandatory.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in the legal and compliance field, either in a law firm or corporate in-house setting.

• Proven hands-on experience in key compliance areas, including:

  • Export Control and Sanctions

  • Competition Law

  • Data Protection (e.g., GDPR)

  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

  • Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC)

  • Whistleblowing and Ethics Programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and implement compliance-related policies and procedures (e.g., Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest, SpeakUp/Whistleblowing, Sanctions, etc.).

• Conduct and manage internal compliance investigations, identify risks or control gaps, and propose actionable recommendations.

• Deliver training sessions and awareness programs to promote a strong compliance culture—both virtually and via in-person presentations.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on legal compliance topics, providing guidance to business units and senior stakeholders.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate compliance controls into operational processes.

• Monitor and interpret changes in relevant laws and regulations, assessing their impact on company policies and procedures.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong legal drafting and knowledge of legal terminology

• High level of personal integrity and ethical judgment

• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance compliance and operational needs

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to navigate complex regulations

• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a focus on risk mitigation and continuous improvement