Associate Director of Compliance (Crypto)
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About the Role
The company is seeking an Associate Director of Compliance (Crypto) to oversee regulatory compliance and AML/CTF programs for clients in Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE. The role involves acting as primary contact with ADGM/FSRA/VARA, implementing compliance frameworks, and driving business development.
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Responsibilities
- Act as primary contact with ADGM/FSRA/VARA; monitor and implement regulatory changes
- Develop and update internal compliance policies and procedures
- Conduct risk assessments and report to management and regulators
- Serve as MLRO; implement AML/CTF controls
- Oversee client onboarding, CDD/EDD, and monitoring
- Investigate suspicious transactions and maintain AML/CTF records
- Leverage global relationships to source new business and onboard clients
- Develop and deliver compliance and AML/CTF training for staff and clients
- Coordinate internal and external audits
- Maintain records of compliance activities, policies, and reporting
Requirements
- Minimum bachelor's degree from a leading university, preferably in law, finance, accounting, or economics
- At least 10 years of overall industry experience, including proven experience working with VARA
- 8+ years of direct compliance experience within the financial services industry
- Direct experience creating and implementing regulatory compliance programs within a successful financial services organization
- CAMS, CISI, or ICA certifications are highly desired
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Job Overview
- Associate Director Compliance (Crypto) reporting to Deputy CEO.
- Oversee a portfolio of client mandates ensuring delivery of regulatory compliance and AML/CTF programs across Abu Dhabi and UAE.
- Support clients in structuring and implementing robust compliance frameworks.
Key Accountabilities
- Act as primary contact with ADGM/FSRA/VARA; monitor and implement regulatory changes.
- Develop and update internal compliance policies and procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments and report to management and regulators.
- Serve as MLRO; implement AML/CTF controls.
- Oversee client onboarding, CDD/EDD, and monitoring.
- Investigate suspicious transactions and maintain AML/CTF records.
- Leverage global relationships to source new business and onboard clients.
- Strengthen stakeholder relationships.
- Represent JAP at events and advise clients on compliance.
- Develop and deliver compliance and AML/CTF training for staff and clients.
- Coordinate internal and external audits.
- Maintain records of compliance activities, policies, and reporting.
Education and Experience
- Minimum bachelor's degree from a leading university; preferred concentration in law, finance, accounting, or economics.
- Significant demonstrable experience dealing with regulatory authorities in UAE and MENA region.
- At least 10 years of overall industry experience, including proven experience working with VARA.
- 8+ years of direct compliance experience within financial services.
- Direct experience creating and implementing regulatory compliance programs.
- CAMS, CISI, or ICA certifications highly desired.
Core Competencies
- Adaptability & Problem Solving
- Collaboration & Partnership Building
- Analytical Excellence
- Communication Mastery
- Regulatory & Compliance Expertise
- AML/CTF Specialist Capability
- Independence & Self Motivation
- Stakeholder Influence & Liaison Skills
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