Lead – Ethics & Compliance; UAEN) at EWEC

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Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC)

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Bachelor's degree in compliance, law, finance, or a related field. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (CCEP, CIPP, CRCM, CAMS) preferred. Minimum 7 years of combined experience in ethics and compliance within global, large, and/or mature organizations. Sound understanding of local and international regulatory landscape. Regional and good-practice jurisdiction experience preferred. Energy and utilities sector experience is an advantage. UAE National (UAEN) preferred as per job title.

Full-time Job

If you’ve ever wondered where legal expertise meets the future of energy governance, the Lead – Ethics & Compliance (UAEN) role at Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) in Abu Dhabi is the answer. EWEC is not just another utility—it is the exclusive procurer and supplier of water and electricity for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and a central actor in the UAE’s energy transition.

With a mandate to achieve 60% clean energy by 2035
, support the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036
, and align with the UAE Net Zero by 2050 initiative, EWEC sits at the intersection of innovation, regulation, and public trust. This makes the Ethics & Compliance Lead a pivotal role in ensuring the company’s rapid transformation remains anchored in integrity and regulatory excellence.

The job posting, fresh on Linked In and aimed at UAE Nationals (UAEN), calls for a seasoned professional who can lead the development and implementation of ethics and compliance frameworks. The ideal candidate will not only manage policies and investigations but also shape a culture of ethical behavior across the organization. That’s no small feat when you’re dealing with a sprawling portfolio that includes power generation, water desalination, and long‑term energy contracts—all under the watchful eye of Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy and ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies.

“We are not looking for someone who just checks boxes. We need a leader who can embed ethics into every operational decision, from procurement to project development.” — Implied recruitment philosophy from EWEC’s job brief.

For legal professionals, compliance experts, and governance specialists in India and across the Gulf, this is a career‑defining opportunity. Let’s unpack what makes this role special, what the job truly demands, and how you can position yourself to win it.

In the energy and utilities sector, compliance isn’t just about avoiding fines—it’s about safeguarding public confidence and ensuring uninterrupted service. EWEC is the backbone of Abu Dhabi’s water and electricity supply, and any failure in ethical conduct could have cascading effects on millions of residents and businesses. The role’s emphasis on the Code of Conduct, anti‑corruption, conflicts of interest, and gifts/hospitality tracking speaks to a broader trend: utilities are increasingly being held to the same rigorous standards as financial institutions.

Moreover, EWEC’s status as a subsidiary of ADQ (a sovereign‑backed conglomerate) means compliance is tied to national policy objectives. The ADQ Minimum Compliance Standards mentioned in the job description are not internal formalities—they reflect Abu Dhabi’s commitment to global best practices in corporate governance. By joining EWEC,…