Senior FinTech Regulatory & Risk Compliance Specialist

Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) — Abu Dhabi Global Market; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

FSRA in Abu Dhabi seeks a senior compliance professional to conduct desk-based and on-site inspections of supervised intermediaries and develop risk mitigation plans.

You will liaise with regulated firms to improve governance, assist in frameworks for digital assets, and oversee prudential, operational, conduct, and financial crime risk. The role reports to the Fintech department.

A strong ethics foundation and Arabic familiarity preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in compliance, risk assessment, regulatory review, or audit for financial intermediaries.
• Knowledge/competency relating to blockchain technologies and digital assets is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High standard of personal ethics and integrity is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct desk-based and on-site inspections of supervised intermediaries to ensure regulatory alignment
• Develop and follow up on risk mitigation plans, thematic reviews, and regulatory reporting
• Liaise with regulated firms to improve governance and risk management practices
• Assist in developing regulatory frameworks for virtual assets and new financial products
• Supervise intermediary firms focusing on prudential, operational, conduct, and financial crime risks
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting for the Fintech department
• Support the Manager in performance management, coaching, and embedding organizational culture

Skills

Communication skills

Ethics and integrity

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, or Business

Advanced degree or professional certifications (ICA, ACAMS, CFA)

Tools

SupTech

RegTech

Job description

FSRA in Abu Dhabi seeks a senior compliance professional to conduct desk-based and on-site inspections of supervised intermediaries and develop risk mitigation plans.

You will liaise with regulated firms to improve governance, assist in frameworks for digital assets, and oversee prudential, operational, conduct, and financial crime risk. The role reports to the Fintech department.

A strong ethics foundation and Arabic familiarity preferred.