Chief Merchant Acquiring Risk & Compliance

ADIB Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ADIB Group is seeking a Head of Acquiring Risk and Compliance to lead Fraud Risk Management and Compliance for ADIB Merchant Services in Dubai. The role reports to the General Manager of ADIMAC and collaborates with ADIB Group Head of Fraud Risk Management and Global Head of Compliance.

The incumbent will manage risks related to merchant acquiring and payment schemes, oversee fraud controls, AML, and regulatory compliance, and act as a Second Line of Defense, ensuring timely investigations and

Qualifications

• Develop and implement AML/Compliance framework and policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulator and scheme requirements.
• Lead fraud and risk monitoring and reporting to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for merchant acquiring risk and compliance functions.
• Oversee fraud, AML, KYC, sanctions, and regulatory risk controls.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and payment schemes as needed.
• Develop training and guidance on fraud risk across ADIMAC.

Skills

Fraud risk management

AML/KYC

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Job description

ADIB Group is seeking a Head of Acquiring Risk and Compliance to lead Fraud Risk Management and Compliance for ADIB Merchant Services in Dubai. The role reports to the General Manager of ADIMAC and collaborates with ADIB Group Head of Fraud Risk Management and Global Head of Compliance.

The incumbent will manage risks related to merchant acquiring and payment schemes, oversee fraud controls, AML, and regulatory compliance, and act as a Second Line of Defense, ensuring timely investigations and