Financial Crimes Risk Director, Dubai

P2P; Dubai; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cryptocurrency industry is seeking a Director of Financial Crime Risk to manage and develop its financial crime risk framework. This senior position will be key in ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards while leading a skilled team in preventing money laundering and other illicit activities. The ideal candidate will have a significant background in financial crime risk management, strong leadership qualities, and a passion for innovation within the digital finance sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Generous annual leave including birthdays and work anniversaries

Crypto.com Visa card provided

Region-specific benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in financial crime risk management.
• Deep knowledge of AML/CTF regulations.
• Experience with cryptocurrencies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and management of financial crime risk framework.
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments and recommend strategies.
• Manage identification and mitigation of risks across business units.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CAMS certification

CFE certification

Job description

Our Local Programs and Regulatory Compliance team ensures adherence to local laws and regulations in the countries where we operate.

Crypto.com is seeking an experienced leader for the role of Director of Financial Crime Risk. This key position will oversee the development, implementation, and management of the firm's financial crime risk framework, ensuring defenses against money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and other illicit activities, while maintaining compliance with global regulatory standards. Reporting to the Global Head of Financial Crime, the director will collaborate with senior leadership, regulators, and internal teams to protect the firm’s integrity and reputation.

Responsibilities

• Risk Coordination : Integrate risk assessments, audits, and regulatory findings to ensure consistency in risk evaluation and remediation.
• Risk Assessments : Conduct or oversee enterprise-wide risk assessments to evaluate exposure to financial crimes and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Strategic Leadership : Define and execute the firm's financial crime risk strategy aligned with risk appetite and business goals.
• Risk Oversight : Manage identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across all business units, products, and regions.
• Committee Oversight : Support AML Oversight Committee (AMLOC) organization and operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; professional certifications such as CAMS or CFE preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in financial crime risk management within financial services, including senior leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of AML / CTF regulations, sanctions, fraud prevention, and financial crime typologies.
• Cryptocurrency experience is preferred.
• Proven leadership skills, stakeholder influence, and change management abilities.
• Strong analytical, data-driven problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills for complex issue presentation.

Life @ Crypto.com

Empowered to innovate and grow within a talented, ambitious team.

Growth opportunities through skill development and internal mobility.

Supportive work culture fostering collaboration and mutual help.

Unified team working towards the goal of Cryptocurrency in every wallet.

Flexible work arrangements including hybrid and remote options.

Internal mobility programs for career advancement.

Ready to start your future with us?

• Competitive salary package.
• Generous annual leave including birthdays and work anniversaries.
• Internal mobility for diverse career paths.
• Work Perks : Crypto.com Visa card provided upon onboarding.
• Region-specific benefits; learn more from our talent team.

About Crypto.com

Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves over 80 million users and is the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is to put Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet. Committed to security, privacy, and compliance, we aim to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption and foster a fair digital ecosystem.

Learn more at https : / / crypto.com .

Crypto.com is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We seek candidates from varied backgrounds to enrich our team.

Applicants’ data will be used solely for recruitment purposes. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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