Compliance Specialist - Government Relations - UAE National, Quick Commerce
Amazon · Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
- On site
- Full-time
- AED 150,000 / year
- Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Job highlights
- Manage compliance for Amazon Now in UAE.
- Liaise with government authorities for licenses/permits.
- Track, monitor, and report permit statuses.
- Manage stakeholders and resolve regulatory issues.
- Optimize permit processes and digitalization.
About the role
Compliance Specialist – Quick Commerce
Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers more of what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon.com continues to grow and evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform. Amazon's evolution from Web site to e-commerce partner to development platform is driven by the spirit of innovation that is part of the company's DNA. The world's brightest technology minds come to Amazon.com to research and develop technology that improves the lives of shoppers and vendors around the world. We have an opportunity for an highly motivated individual to join us in our Quick Commerce in UAE as a Compliance Specialist for multiple tasks related to municipalities, civil defense, and service providers licenses and permits. 40% travel within the country is expected.Key job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities / Deliverables- Assist compliance lead in managing Amazon Now building and operation compliance to authorities’ requirements, by ensuring business set up for new launches, timely tracking, reporting, and resolution of regulatory requirements across the country in collaboration with wider AMET markets.
- The country Compliance Specialist role will: Liaison with government authorities including Economic Department, Municipalities, Civil Defense, and service providers to secure licenses and permits within expedited timelines.
- Proven experience in entity setup, trade license issuance, and trade license renewal processes.
- Compliance permits tracking, monitoring and reporting status to leaders.
- Track record of navigating regulatory requirements and maintaining compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Effective stakeholder management including consultants, contractors, vendors and internal business functions to ensure permits are obtained and renewed in timely manner.
- Escalation management for delayed or high-priority permits.
- Contribute to permits renewal process optimization, digitalization, standardization and improvement across the country.
Basic Qualifications
- 2+ years of working directly with government officials and regulatory bodies experience.
- Experience with high-level negotiation and successful internal and external relationship management.
- Experience in problem solving and delivering results.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration or a related field.
- Speak, write, and read fluently in Arabic.
- UAE National with Family Book.
Preferred Qualifications
- Speak, write, and read fluently in English.
Key skills/competency
Compliance Specialist, Government Relations, UAE National, Quick Commerce, Regulatory Requirements, Licenses and Permits, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation, Arabic, Business Administration.Skills & topics
- Compliance Specialist
- Government Relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- UAE
- Quick Commerce
- Licenses and Permits
- Stakeholder Management
- Arabic
- Business Administration
- Amazon Jobs
How to get hired
- Research Amazon's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience with government relations, regulatory compliance, and Arabic fluency.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your problem-solving skills and experience with permits and licenses in the UAE.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your negotiation skills and how you've managed complex stakeholder relationships.
Technical preparation
Familiarize with UAE business regulations.,Practice negotiation with authorities.,Review permit application processes.,Understand entity setup requirements.
Behavioral questions
Describe managing government relations.,How do you ensure timely permit renewal?,Share a negotiation success story.,How do you handle escalated permit issues?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific government authorities will a Compliance Specialist at Amazon UAE interact with?
- As a Compliance Specialist at Amazon UAE, you will primarily liaise with local government bodies such as the Economic Department, Municipalities, and Civil Defense. You will also engage with various service providers to secure and manage necessary licenses and permits for Amazon's Quick Commerce operations.
- Is fluency in Arabic a strict requirement for the Compliance Specialist role at Amazon UAE?
- Yes, fluency in Arabic (speaking, writing, and reading) is a mandatory requirement for this Compliance Specialist position. This is essential for effective communication with local government authorities and stakeholders in the UAE. Fluency in English is preferred.
- What kind of experience is needed to be successful as a Compliance Specialist at Amazon?
- Success in this role requires at least 2 years of direct experience working with government officials and regulatory bodies. Experience in entity setup, trade license issuance/renewal, high-level negotiation, and stakeholder management is crucial. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration is also required.
- Does the Compliance Specialist role at Amazon UAE involve travel?
- Yes, this Compliance Specialist role in UAE's Quick Commerce division requires approximately 40% travel within the country. This travel is essential for managing relationships with various authorities and on-site permit acquisition processes.
- What are the key deliverables for the Compliance Specialist at Amazon?
- Key deliverables include ensuring business setup compliance with authorities, timely tracking and reporting of regulatory requirements, securing and renewing licenses/permits, managing stakeholder relationships, and contributing to process optimization for permit management.
- What does it mean to be a 'UAE National with Family Book' for this role?
- Being a 'UAE National with Family Book' signifies that you are a citizen of the United Arab Emirates and possess the official Family Book, which is a key document for national identification and certain official processes within the UAE. This is a specific requirement for this position.