REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor’s degree in finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
· Minimum of 3 years’ experience in compliance, risk, or audit within financial services or crypto sectors.
· Strong understanding of cryptocurrency and blockchain regulations.
· In-depth knowledge of UAE regulations, especially VARA, and international compliance standards (FATF, FinCEN, OFAC).
· Proven experience with KYC/AML tools and transaction monitoring systems.
· CAMS certification or equivalent preferred.
· Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
· Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
· High ethical standards, discretion, and a commitment to confidentiality.
· Ability to provide training and serve as an internal advisor on compliance matters.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a highly skilled Compliance Officer & Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to lead and manage our regulatory and compliance framework, particularly in relation to the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA). This is a strategic role that requires regulatory expertise, strong leadership, and hands-on experience in the crypto or financial services space.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Serve as the appointed Compliance Officer and MLRO with VARA and other relevant regulatory authorities.
· Lead the regulatory licensing process and ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable frameworks.
· Develop, implement, and monitor compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls in line with UAE and international standards.
· Oversee KYC (Know Your Customer), KYT (Know Your Transaction), and AML/CTF processes, including coordination with third-party providers such as Hextrust, ZandBank, Crystal, etc.
· Conduct risk assessments, compliance audits, and ensure all AML/CTF obligations are fully met.
· Monitor crypto-related transactions and report suspicious activities (SARs/STRs) as per regulatory requirements.
· Collaborate with legal, product, operations, and executive teams to integrate compliance into all aspects of the business.
· Prepare and submit regulatory and internal compliance reports.
· Liaise with auditors, banks, legal advisors, and regulatory bodies during audits and investigations.
· Provide compliance training to employees and ensure a culture of compliance across departments.
· Maintain a comprehensive compliance documentation database.
· Monitor global regulatory trends and recommend improvements to policies and controls.
· Review marketing content and communications to ensure they are compliant with relevant guidelines.
· Recommend and help implement effective compliance tools and technology solutions.