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Assistant Manager – Compliance, Audit and L&D Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Qiddiya | القدية
Assistant Manager – Compliance, Audit and L&D
The organization is a flagship gigaproject under Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative, aiming to create a world-class entertainment, cultural and lifestyle destination. As a multibillion-dollar project, it will encompass vast infrastructure development, hospitality, retail and service sectors, requiring robust procurement compliance management.
The Assistant Manager – Compliance, Audit, and L&D is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive compliance and audit frameworks specific to procurement operations. This role ensures adherence to regulatory standards, internal policies, and risk management strategies, fostering a culture of compliance. Additionally, the role includes leading compliance-focused training initiatives to ensure all staff are well-versed in best practices.
The position requires conducting audits and implementing corrective actions to continuously improve organizational compliance.
Compliance and Audit Framework Development:
Assist in the development and implementation of audits and the tools to evaluate procurement activities effectively
Support the planning and execution of internal audits, identifying risks, areas of non-compliance, and opportunities for improvement
Support alignment of procurement at the organization with local (e.g., LCGPA) and international regulatory requirements, PIF guidelines, and organization’s internal policies
Ensure implementation of corrective actions resulting from audit findings and monitor progress over time
Compliance Training and L&D:
Assist in the design and delivery of compliance training programs to educate staff on policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards
Support creation of targeted training programs, incollaborationwith HR and L&D, to foster organization-wide compliance awareness
Risk and Policy Management:
Supportcollaborationwith Governance and Finance teams to ensure procurement compliance with local regulations and organizational policies
Collaborate effectively in compliance-related matters across procurement activities
Team Management and Development:
Manage and support junior team members, ensuringprofessional growththrough mentorship and annual performance appraisals
Foster acollaborativeand high-performance culture within the Compliance, Audit, and L&D team
Support local content, localization and ESG compliance efforts, ensuring compliance with Saudi regulations and global best practices
Requirements:
7+ years of experience in Compliance, Audit, or L&D roles, ideally in large-scale projects such as construction, real estate, or urban development
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in ConstructionProject Management, Quantity Surveying, Audit or related fields
Preferred:
Member of CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CRCM (CertifiedRegulatory ComplianceManager), or FRM (Financial Risk Manager)
Experience with KSA regulatory requirements and familiarity with Vision 2030 goals is highly desirable
Stronganalytical skillswith the ability to identify and address risks effectively
Proven track recordof working in cross-collaborativeenvironments and ensuring differing goals and needs align with overarching organizational strategy
Fluency in English is required, with proficiency in Arabic highly desirable
Understanding of the local cultural and business landscape in Saudi Arabia through work experience in the regi…
Title: Assistant Manager – Compliance, Audit and L&D
Company: Qiddiya | القدية
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Category: Management
