Compliance Manager - Forex

Client of Business Lobby; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Business Lobby in Dubai, UAE is seeking an experienced Compliance professional to lead the company’s regulatory program. The role focuses on maintaining the compliance framework in line with SCA regulations and UAE AML laws.

Responsibilities include monitoring regulatory updates, reviewing onboarding documents, performing KYC/CDD due diligence, submitting STRs via goAML, and driving governance and training initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of SCA regulations and AML legislation.
• Experience with MLRO/DMLRO functions and financial market instruments is required.
• Experience in fintech, brokerage, trading or financial services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and maintaining the company’s compliance framework per SCA regulations.
• Track regulatory updates and assess impact on activities and policies.
• Serve as contact for regulatory inquiries and internal compliance matters.
• Support regulatory reporting, audits and internal assessments.
• Review and authorize client onboarding documents and account activities.
• Contribute to compliance training and awareness programs.
• Investigate suspected breaches and support corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance records accurately and timely.
• Act as liaison with SCA during inspections, inquiries and submissions.
• Develop and update internal compliance policies to UAE regulations.
• Oversee AML controls including KYC due diligence and STR submissions via goAML.
• Monitor trading activities and operations for regulatory compliance.
• Provide leadership of the AML Compliance function and governance improvements.

Skills

AML compliance

KYC / CDD

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Finance/Business

Tools

CISI accreditation

Job description

Location: Dubai, UAE.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design implementation and ongoing maintenance of the company s compliance framework in accordance with SCA regulations.
• Track regulatory updates and evaluate their implications on business activities and internal policies.
• Serve as a key contact for regulatory inquiries and internal compliance-related matters.
• Support the preparation of regulatory reports audits and internal compliance assessments.
• Review and authorize client onboarding documentation and account-related activities.
• Contribute to compliance training initiatives and awareness programs across the organization.
• Investigate suspected compliance breaches and support corrective action plans.
• Ensure proper maintenance and accuracy of compliance records and documentation.
• Act as the main liaison with the Securities and Commodities Authority SCA handling inspections inquiries and regulatory submissions e g SCA CORE.
• Develop review and update internal compliance policies and procedures to ensure alignment with UAE regulations.
• Manage Anti-Money Laundering AML controls including reviewing account opening documentation conducting KYC due diligence and submitting Suspicious Transaction Reports STRs via goAML.
• Perform continuous monitoring of trading activities and company operations including CFD margin requirements to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide leadership and full ownership of the AML Compliance function including MLRO responsibilities driving transformation initiatives implementing regulatory updates and strengthening governance and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in a compliance role within fintech, brokerage, trading, or financial services sectors.
• CISI accreditation, supporting eligibility for the position.
• Strong knowledge of SCA regulations, AML legislation, MLRO/DMLRO functions, and financial market instruments.
• Solid understanding of AML, KYC, CDD, and financial crime compliance frameworks.
• Experience with trading platforms or financial products is considered an advantage.
• Previous experience holding compliance-related roles.
• CISI qualification required to fulfill the role.