Deputy Head of Compliance & Compliance Manager
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Multiple Hires: Deputy Head of Compliance & Compliance Manager Location: Dubai or Abu Dhabi Sector: FinTech (Digital Financial Services) Availability: Immediately Available OR 2 week's notice maximum.
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Immediately Available OR 2 week's notice maximum.
Overview
We are partnering with a high-growth FinTech firm in the UAE, operating at the intersection of AI and financial services.
As part of a strategic build-out, the firm is establishing a best-in-class Compliance function and is seeking both a
Deputy Head Of Compliance
and a
Compliance Manager
to support this journey.
These are hands-on roles suited to experienced generalist compliance professionals who can operate across advisory, monitoring, and regulatory engagement within a dynamic and evolving environment.
Regulatory & Advisory
- Provide day-to-day compliance advisory across the business, including product, operations, and technology teams
- Interpret and implement regulatory requirements under
Fsra
and
Cbuae
- frameworks
- Support the development and launch of new products in line with applicable regulations
Framework Development
- Assist in building and enhancing the Compliance framework, including policies, procedures, and controls
- Ensure alignment with UAE regulatory expectations and international best practices
- Contribute to the ongoing development of a scalable compliance infrastructure
Monitoring & Testing
- Design and execute Compliance Monitoring Programmes (CMP)
- Conduct thematic reviews and control testing across key risk areas
- Track and report on remediation actions
Regulatory Engagement
- Support interactions with regulators, including
Fsra
and
Cbuae
- Assist in regulatory filings, reporting, and ongoing supervisory requirements
Governance & Reporting
- Prepare management information (MI) and reports for senior management and governance committees
- Escalate key compliance risks and issues in a timely manner
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