Professional headshot of Maria Valeyeva, Chief Compliance Officer, specializing in regulatory compliance and office management

Maria Valeyeva

Chief Compliance Officer

          Maria Valeyeva serves as the Chief Compliance Officer at Kayrouz & Associates, where she combines strategic precision with an unwavering commitment to professional integrity. With over a decade of experience in legal compliance and office management, she plays a vital role in ensuring the firm adheres to the highest regulatory and ethical standards.

Maria’s career spans regulatory frameworks across the UAE and international jurisdictions. Her expertise lies in interpreting compliance laws, anticipating risk, and structuring internal processes that support legal and operational soundness. At the intersection of law and administration, she leads initiatives that enhance transparency, minimize liability, and promote a culture of accountability throughout the firm.


She is also responsible for overseeing the administrative backbone of the firm. From managing operations to streamlining internal workflows, Maria’s leadership ensures our team can focus on delivering high-quality legal services.


Respected for her precision, dedication, and collaborative approach, Maria brings both structure and warmth to the organization, earning the trust of clients and colleagues alike.

Core Responsibilities

  • Facilitating client communication and service coordination
  • Managing administrative workflows and supporting legal teams
  • Ensuring smooth interdepartmental collaboration
  • Representing the firm in client-facing engagements with professionalism and care

Areas of Practice

Operational Strategy

As part of her dual role, Maria implements operational systems that support legal productivity and regulatory robustness, helping clients meet their compliance goals efficiently.
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Corporate Governance

She supports corporate clients in structuring internal controls, ensuring ethical practices, and aligning operations with evolving legal mandates.
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Compliance and Risk Management

Maria advises on regulatory compliance frameworks and internal governance. Her work spans across sectors, supporting clients with risk assessments, policy audits, and best practice alignment to local and international standards.
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Expertise

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Core Responsibilities

  • Facilitating client communication and service coordination
  • Managing administrative workflows and supporting legal teams
  • Ensuring smooth interdepartmental collaboration
  • Representing the firm in client-facing engagements with professionalism and care

Qualifications

Admissions

Academic

Licenses & Certifications

Languages

Arabic
English
Russian

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