Compliance Officer & MLRO - UAE Regulatory Expert

Thndr; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Thndr is seeking a Compliance Officer & MLRO to lead regulatory and financial crime compliance in the UAE. You will be the primary liaison with regulators and work with the Board and SEO to manage regulatory risk, bringing deep expertise in UAE frameworks and AML/KYC processes.

The role requires experience in a regulated industry, knowledge of FSRA/DFSA, and a proactive leadership style to guide policies, risk programs, and reporting to the Board.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of compliance experience in a regulated industry.
• Experience with UAE regulators (FSRA/DFSA) is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or related field.
• Ability to implement and oversee AML/KYC/CDD processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Implement a risk-based compliance program.
• Conduct trade surveillance and transaction monitoring.
• Provide regulatory guidance to staff, the SEO, and the Board.
• Prepare and present compliance reports for the Board.
• Maintain AML policies and oversee KYC/CDD processes.
• Identify, analyze, and report suspicious transactions.
• Provide AML training and advisory support.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Financial crime prevention

AML/KYC

DFSA/FSRA experience

UAE regulatory knowledge

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Law

Tools

SQL

Job description

Thndr is seeking a Compliance Officer & MLRO to lead regulatory and financial crime compliance in the UAE. You will be the primary liaison with regulators and work with the Board and SEO to manage regulatory risk, bringing deep expertise in UAE frameworks and AML/KYC processes.

The role requires experience in a regulated industry, knowledge of FSRA/DFSA, and a proactive leadership style to guide policies, risk programs, and reporting to the Board.