Senior Group MLRO & Financial Crime Leader

Greenhouse Software, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Momentum in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Group Head of Financial Crime/MLRO to lead the AML/CFT/CPF program across licensed entities, ensuring regulatory compliance and high standards of governance.

The role reports to the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, supervising Deputy MLROs and coordinating with cross-functional teams to maintain robust controls and effective regulatory reporting. UAE licensing requirements and international best practices guide the function.

Qualifications

• Over 7 years of AML/CTF/CPF in online gaming or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of AML legislation and gaming regulatory challenges.
• Proven experience designing and overseeing AML/CFT/CPF frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Financial Crime function across all licensed entities.
• Direct supervision of Deputy MLROs and day-to-day operations.
• Develop policies aligned with international standards.
• Engage with supervisory authorities (GCGRA, UAE FIU).
• Provide governance and oversight for AML/CFT/CPF program
• Conduct risk-based monitoring and reporting.

Skills

AML/CTF/CPF

Leadership

Regulatory reporting

Strategic oversight

Education

Law degree

CAMS or equivalent

Tools

goAML

Transaction monitoring

Job description

Fanatics Momentum in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Group Head of Financial Crime/MLRO to lead the AML/CFT/CPF program across licensed entities, ensuring regulatory compliance and high standards of governance.

The role reports to the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, supervising Deputy MLROs and coordinating with cross-functional teams to maintain robust controls and effective regulatory reporting. UAE licensing requirements and international best practices guide the function.