ECOVIS JRB | Regulatory Compliance & Risk – UAE
Regulatory Compliance Experts · UAE

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ECOVIS JRB is a member of ECOVIS International — a global network operating in over 90 countries with 16,000+ professionals. We support UAE businesses in navigating regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance, and growing with confidence.

Outsourced MLRO, Compliance, Risk & Finance
Regulatory Authorisations – DIFC & ADGM
Governance Review & Internal Audits
13th
Ranked Globally
16K+
Professionals
90+
Countries
$3.5B
Revenue
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Member of ECOVIS International
Ranked 13th Largest Firm Globally
16,000+ Professionals · 90+ Countries
About ECOVIS JRB

A trusted partner for UAE businesses

ECOVIS JRB is a Dubai-based professional services firm and a member of ECOVIS International — ranked 13th globally, with a presence in over 90 countries and more than 16,000 professionals.

We support businesses across the UAE in navigating regulatory requirements, managing financial and operational risk, and maintaining compliance through practical, cost-effective solutions. Our team combines international expertise with a strong understanding of local regulations, enabling clients to operate with confidence.

From start-ups to established regulated firms, we deliver tailored, scalable support that evolves with your business. Our role goes beyond compliance — we act as a trusted partner, helping you build a resilient, well-governed, and growth-focused organisation.

ECOVIS at a Glance
13thRanked Globally
16,000+Professionals
100+Territories
$3.5BGlobal Revenue
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UAE OfficesDubai Media City · SAIF Zone, Sharjah · ADGM, Abu Dhabi
Our Services

What we can do for you

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ECOVIS JRB provides comprehensive outsourced compliance, risk, AML/CFT and finance services, supporting businesses across the UAE in meeting regulatory obligations, mitigating financial crime risks, and optimising compliance costs. Whether you are preparing for a regulatory inspection, seeking authorisation, building your compliance framework from the ground up or just looking to optimise the operational cost — we support you at every stage with a cost-effective and scalable approach.

How We Can Help

  • Outsourced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
  • Outsourced Compliance Officer (CO)
  • Outsourced Risk Officer (RO)
  • Outsourced Finance Officer (FO)

Jurisdictions Served

  • DFSA-regulated firms in DIFC
  • FSRA-regulated firms in ADGM
  • Capital Markets Authority regulated firms
  • DNFBPs across the UAE

Industry Expertise

  • Asset & Wealth Management
  • Advisory & Financial Products
  • Money Services & Payment Providers
  • Insurance
  • Corporate Service Providers & Legal Firms
  • Other DNFBPs

Why ECOVIS JRB

Deep regulatory expertise across DFSA, FSRA and UAE compliance frameworks
Lower your compliance cost base while strengthening governance
Eliminate in-house overheads with fully outsourced, senior-led support
Global strength with local regulatory execution through ECOVIS International
Inspection-ready, practical solutions tailored for regulated firms
Flexible, scalable model that adapts as your business evolves

ECOVIS JRB supports firms through the full regulatory authorisation process in both the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), ensuring a structured, efficient, and regulator-aligned approach from initial planning to final approval.

Pre-Application & Structuring

  • Initial regulatory assessment and licensing strategy
  • Advice on appropriate licence category and permissions
  • Structuring of business model in line with regulatory expectations
  • Support with financial projections and regulatory capital planning

Application Preparation

  • Full application pack for DFSA and FSRA
  • Drafting of Compliance Manual, AML/CFT policies, Risk Framework
  • Preparation of Regulatory Business Plan (RBP)
  • Assistance with appointment of approved individuals

Regulatory Liaison & Post-Auth

  • Primary point of contact with DFSA / FSRA
  • Managing queries, feedback, and information requests
  • Supporting interviews and fit & proper assessments
  • Managing process through to In-Principle Approval and final licence
  • Post-authorisation compliance and governance implementation

Key Benefits

Structured, regulator-aligned approach to streamline the authorisation process
Efficient execution to minimise delays and regulatory back-and-forth
End-to-end support from licensing to operational readiness
Practical documentation aligned with DFSA and FSRA expectations
Seamless transition into ongoing compliance and risk functions

We provide comprehensive governance reviews and internal audit services designed to strengthen your organisation's control environment, identify weaknesses, and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance across DFSA, FSRA, and UAE-regulated entities.

Governance Reviews

  • Corporate governance framework assessment
  • Board and committee effectiveness reviews
  • Regulatory compliance gap analysis
  • Policy and procedure reviews

Internal Audit Services

  • Risk-based internal audit planning
  • AML / CFT audit and review
  • Regulatory compliance audits (DFSA, FSRA, SCA, DNFBPs)
  • Process and control effectiveness testing

Why It Matters

  • Be inspection-ready at all times
  • Identify and remediate control gaps early
  • Build regulator and board confidence
  • Strengthen your compliance and risk culture
Why Choose Us

Six reasons clients stay with us

We combine global credentials with UAE regulatory depth — delivering results that regulators expect and clients trust.

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Strong Regulatory Expertise

Deep experience across Dubai Financial Services Authority, Financial Services Regulatory Authority, and UAE compliance frameworks.

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Senior-Led Delivery

Direct access to experienced professionals — not junior-heavy teams. You discuss important issues with people who can advise.

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Cost-Effective Model

Access high-quality expertise without the overhead of building in-house functions. Competitive pricing versus top-10 firms.

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Practical, Regulator-Focused

We deliver what regulators expect — clear, implementable, and inspection-ready solutions tailored to your situation.

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End-to-End Support

From authorisation to ongoing compliance, risk, and finance functions — one trusted partner for the full journey.

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Scalable & Long-Term Partnership

Flexible support model that evolves with your business as you grow, backed by ECOVIS International's global network.

Who We Serve

Built for businesses in complex regulatory environments

We support a broad range of businesses, with a particular focus on regulated firms and entities across the UAE.

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Financial Services & Markets

  • Asset and wealth management firms
  • Investment advisory and financial product firms
  • Money services businesses and payment providers
  • Insurance and reinsurance firms
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Professional & Corporate Services

  • Corporate Service Providers (CSPs)
  • Legal and advisory firms
  • Trust and fiduciary service providers
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DNFBPs

  • Firms subject to UAE AML/CFT regulations
  • Real estate, precious metals, and other regulated sectors
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Growing & International Businesses

  • Start-ups establishing in DIFC / ADGM
  • International firms expanding into the UAE
  • Businesses seeking scalable outsourced compliance and finance functions
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