Saudi Frameworks & Regulations

Regulatory Assurance for Financial Institutions

Independent auditregulatorygap assessmentandcompliance advisoryservices to banks, capital market institutions, insurance companies, and financial institutions across key global jurisdictions. Our assessments are aligned with leadingcybersecurity regulationsandframeworksin theKingdom of Saudi Arabia,enabling resilient, future-ready organisations in line withSaudi Vision 2030

Our Core Services

Leading Governance, Risk & Compliance Capabilities

Our work strengthens governance, enhances regulatory alignment, and supports institutions in meeting supervisory expectations with confidence.

Audit Services

Independent, risk-focused audit services designed to enhance transparency, governance, and regulatory confidence.
  • Internal Audit & Risk-Based Audit Reviews
  • Regulatory & Compliance Audits
  • Control Effectiveness & Governance Assessments
  • Audit Readiness & Remediation Support
Applicable to:
Banks, CMIs, Insurers, Financial Institutions

Regulatory Gap Assessment

Structured identification and assessment of regulatory obligations against current-state policies, processes, and controls.
  • Regulatory Universe Mapping
  • License-Based Regulatory Applicability Analysis
  • Current-State vs. Regulatory Requirements Assessment
  • Actionable Gap Identification & Prioritization
  • Applicable to: Banks, CMIs, Insurers, Financial Institutions
Aligned with regulators including:
CMA, SAMA, CBUAE, SCA, DFSA, ASIC, APRA, OSFI, SECP, SBP

Compliance Advisory

Practical, regulator-aligned advisory services supporting sustainable compliance and supervisory readiness.
  • Compliance Framework Design & Enhancement
  • Regulatory Change Management
  • Supervisory & Inspection Readiness
  • Ongoing Compliance Support & Advisory
Focus:
Proactive compliance, regulatory resilience, and risk mitigation

ARAMCO

Follow the Saudi Aramco Cybersecurity Standards to meet key industry requirements and help protect critical operations.
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SAMA Cybersecurity Framework Assessments

Meet financial cybersecurity standards set by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), helping protect banks and customers alike.
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CST

Stay compliant with the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) rules that support secure digital services in Saudi Arabia.
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NCA ECC Compliance

Follow the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) frameworks to meet essential cybersecurity laws in Saudi Arabia.
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CMA

Meet the Capital Market Authority (CMA) cyber rules designed to keep financial markets and investors safe, across KSA.
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DGA

Support safe digital services by following the Saudi Arabia's Digital Government Authority (DGA) cybersecurity policies across the public sector.
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Saudi PDPL

National law governing personal data protection, including cybersecurity controls for data privacy
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Audit. Regulatory Clarity. Compliance Confidence.

Why Choose Risk Associates

RA provides clarity in complexity, enabling institutions to operate with confidence in highly regulated environments.
Financial Services–Focused Expertise
Deep specialization across banking, capital markets, insurance, and financial services.
Multi-Jurisdictional Regulatory Experience
Proven experience across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Australia, Canada, and Pakistan.
Senior-Led, Specialised Teams
Delivered by professionals with hands-on experience in audit, regulatory gap assessments, and compliance advisory.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

These frameworks provide clear guidelines on risk management, data protection, incident response, and governance, enabling organisations to meet national laws and standards while aligning with international best practices.

Compliance requirements vary by sector and organisation size, but critical infrastructure and regulated industries are legally obligated to follow these frameworks to protect national security and data privacy.

Organisations can access guidance documents, training, and assessment services from accredited certification bodies like Risk Associates to ensure effective implementation and ongoing compliance.

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