Head of Compliance & MLRO – UAE Fintech Regulator Liaison

BTSE; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company is looking for a Head of Compliance / MLRO in Dubai to establish and lead the compliance function, ensuring adherence to UAE regulations. You will manage compliance strategy, liaise with regulatory bodies, and oversee AML/CTF processes. Ideal candidates have 7-10 years of relevant experience, deep knowledge of UAE laws and must be fluent in Arabic and English. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for this senior role, along with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of compliance and AML/CTF experience in financial services.
• Deep understanding of UAE regulatory landscape.
• Experience in dealing with regulators in the UAE.
• Native-level Arabic proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance function for Dubai operations.
• Oversee AML/CTF compliance and customer due diligence.
• Represent BTSE in regulatory meetings.
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and testing.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML/CTF expertise

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills (Arabic/English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business or related field (Master's preferred)

Tools

Blockchain analytics tools (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM Labs)

Job description

A leading fintech company is looking for a Head of Compliance / MLRO in Dubai to establish and lead the compliance function, ensuring adherence to UAE regulations. You will manage compliance strategy, liaise with regulatory bodies, and oversee AML/CTF processes. Ideal candidates have 7-10 years of relevant experience, deep knowledge of UAE laws and must be fluent in Arabic and English. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for this senior role, along with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements.