Senior Compliance, AML and Risk Director

eToro; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Compliance Officer to oversee compliance operations, manage policies, and ensure regulatory alignment. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of experience in compliance, particularly in outsourcing and vendor risk management. Strong communication skills in English are essential. This role requires a structured approach and is based in the ADGM office.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience as a compliance officer in a senior role.
• Previous experience in outsourcing and vendor risk management.
• Fluent in English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational functions and compliance within the UAE office.
• Manage compliance policies and conduct audits.
• Advise on regulatory compliance matters.

Skills

Compliance management

Risk mitigation

Vendor risk management

Effective communication

Auditing

SLA management

Job description

Responsibilities

What will you be doing?

• Integrate and oversee all operational functions, compliance, AML, and Risk, ensuring alignment and seamless coordination across these areas.
• Manage all aspects of compliance within the UAE office.
• Keep abreast of changes in regulatory compliance laws and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure our business operations and procedures comply with legal regulations and internal policies.
• Plan and oversee all compliance policies and procedures.
• Define, implement, and take ownership of the company's outsourcing policies in line with regulatory obligations for both existing and new vendors.
• Perform initial in-depth analysis for all existing and new outsourcing services and conduct ongoing monitoring in accordance with regulatory changes.
• Advise the company on regulatory compliance matters and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop a strong understanding of the company's business and provide regular reports to senior management and relevant regulatory bodies.
• Conduct, as needed, on-site audits of material outsourcing service providers.
• Develop and conduct compliance training for employees.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience as a compliance officer in a senior role.
• Previous experience in outsourcing and vendor risk management.
• Experience in drafting and managing policies.
• Experience with conducting compliance audits.
• SLA management and reporting (preferred in a Fintech / IT industry).
• Excellent team spirit.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders across multiple locations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively communicate with senior management and regulators.
• Rigorous, well-organized, with a structured and logical approach.
• Fluent English (both oral and written communication).

This role will be based in our ADGM office & candidates must have full working rights in the UAE. Job ID