MLRO/Deputy MLRO (Dubai)
Core
Lead the company's AML/CTF/PF framework for UAE operations, overseeing regulatory compliance for payment services and digital-asset activities.
Role type
Senior MLRO/Deputy MLRO
Builds
Compliance frameworks and risk mitigation strategies for payment and crypto asset businesses in UAE
Domain
Financial Services / Anti-Money Laundering / Digital Assets
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
UAE regulatory expertise, AML/CTF/PF framework management, risk assessment, regulator relationship management, policy development, training delivery, suspicious activity reporting
Preferred skills
Digital assets/cryptocurrency industry background
Technologies
VASP and SVF licence frameworks
Responsibilities
Act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)/Deputy MLRO for UAE operations; Facilitate the development and maintenance of a compliance culture; Ensure robust policies align with AML/CTF/PF requirements; Develop and manage business-wide risk assessments; Monitor and communicate regulatory developments; Maintain relationships with regulators like Central Bank of UAE and VARA; Oversee implementation of internal financial crime compliance policies; Conduct AML/CTF/PF training; Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for regulatory reporting; Monitor and report suspicious activities to the FIU; Perform regular internal compliance reviews; Implement action plans to remedy compliance shortfalls
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC