Dr/Ramy Antr

Legal Expert and Advisor holding a Ph.D. in Law (Equated by the Ministry of Higher Education in Kuwait), with over 16 years of practical experience in the State of Kuwait in the fields of internal control, regulatory compliance, establishing governance frameworks, and applying regulatory laws and bylaws in both government and private sectors. Specialized in developing and implementing plans for legal, administrative, and financial audits and controls; responding to observations from regulatory bodies (such as the State Audit Bureau, Financial Controllers Bureau, and the Department of Fatwa and Legislation); drafting internal policies and bylaws; and conducting compliance risk assessments. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of the legislative and regulatory framework in the State of Kuwait and its alignment with all regulatory requirements.

Corporate Governance & Compliance Specialist at Al-Shayeji Dental Care Co. for Constructing and Operating Private Medical Centers (2026-07 – Present)

• Regulatory Compliance Advice & Monitoring: Supervise the medical centers' compliance with decisions and instructions issued by the Kuwait Ministry of Health (MOH) and implement governance applications for the private medical sector.
• Regulatory Licensing & Equipment Review: Audit licenses, safety, and quality requirements for medical equipment and devices to ensure strict compliance with ministerial decisions.
• Policy Governance & Patient Documentation: Govern legal and medical Informed Consent models and mechanisms to protect patient and organizational rights, preventing legal and medical risks.
• Internal Audits & Inspection Readiness: Conduct periodic compliance reviews and audits to ensure medical centers are fully prepared for regulatory inspections by competent authorities.

Senior Legal Specialist at A Governmental Ministry (2010-04 – 2026-07)

• Policy Development & Internal Controls: Develop and implement compliance and governance policies; review and audit bylaws, contracts, and procedures for alignment with applicable Kuwaiti laws and related circulars.
• Regulatory Oversight & Audit Coordination: Coordinate fully with regulatory authorities (State Audit Bureau and Financial Controllers Bureau), prepare official responses to their audit observations, and follow up on corrective action implementation to prevent future non-compliance.
• Contract & Financial Compliance Review: Audit and closely monitor all procurement procedures, contracts, agreements, and financial affairs for compliance concerns.
• Risk Assessment & Advisory: Identify, manage, and evaluate legal, financial, and regulatory risk exposures resulting from management decisions and contracts, providing proactive strategies to safeguard public funds and interests.
• Investigations & Conflict of Interest: Review administrative sanctions and violations, conduct legal and compliance investigations, and draft administrative decisions and circulars organizing internal operations.

Legal Advisor at Law Firms & Legal Consultancies (2009-02 – 2026-04)

• Legal Compliance Advisory: Provide legal and regulatory advice to companies and institutions to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Contract Review & Audit: Draft and review contracts, agreements, and MoUs to ensure they are free from financial or legal exposures.
• Investigations & Dispute Resolution: Represent organizations in administrative investigation sessions and manage labor and commercial disputes to achieve compliant legal settlements.

Ph.D. in Law in Law – Mansoura University (2016)

Master's Degree in Law in Public Law & Judicial Studies – Mansoura University (2007)

Bachelor of Laws in Law – Mansoura University (2005)