UAE Licensed Compliance Officer

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Head of Compliance & MLRO (UAE).

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a compliance framework to maintain regulatory standing for ADGM licenses
• Own the AML/CFT program, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with FSRA requirements
• File periodic FSRA returns and act as the primary contact for regulatory inspections

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, or Business plus a recognized compliance credential (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, CISI)
• UAE Financial Rules & Regulations exam certification (CISI/ADGM Academy)
• CISI Global Financial Compliance certification (or equivalent)
• 7 years of experience in compliance/AML at a broker-dealer, with 3 years in a senior regulated role
• Fluency in English and Arabic