DFSA Compliance Manager
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byteSpark.ai seeks a DFSA Compliance Manager for a CAT3c Investment Fund client. This hands-on role involves designing and managing a robust compliance framework, acting as MLRO, and owning regulatory relationships.
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Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage a robust compliance framework
- Lead all AML/CFT activity as the designated MLRO
- Own the firm's relationship with the DFSA regulator
- Execute the annual Compliance Monitoring Programme
- Provide expert guidance to the business on compliance matters
- Ensure all regulatory reporting is completed accurately and on time
- Carry full DFSA Senior Management Function (SMF) accountability
Requirements
- 3 5 years of compliance experience within a DFSA regulated firm, ADGM regulated firm, or similar GCC financial services entity
- Must currently hold or be demonstrably eligible for DFSA Approved Person status for the Compliance Officer (CO) function
- Direct, hands on experience applying the DFSA Rulebook, including GEN, COB, and AML modules
- Proven practical experience in AML/CFT, including conducting CDD/EDD, handling SARs/STRs, and managing sanctions screening
- Experience in designing, implementing, and executing a Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP)
- Demonstrated ability to independently author regulatory reports, compliance policies, and board level papers
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field
- Professional compliance qualification such as ICA Diploma in Compliance or CAMS (desirable)
- Prior experience holding the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) function (desirable)
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Description
- bytespark.ai is seeking a technically excellent and commercially aware Compliance Manager for our client who is a CAT3c Investment Fund, and a prestigious DIFC regulated financial services firm.
- This is a hands on, practitioner level role ideal for a compliance professional with 3 5 years of experience ready for their first Approved Person position.
- The successful candidate will be fully accountable to the DFSA, responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a robust compliance framework.
- This includes leading all AML/CFT activity as the designated MLRO and owning the firm's relationship with the regulator.
- You will personally execute the annual Compliance Monitoring Programme, provide expert guidance to the business, and ensure all regulatory reporting is completed accurately and on time.
- This role offers a unique opportunity to grow into a senior compliance leader within a dynamic environment, carrying full DFSA Senior Management Function (SMF) accountability.
Requirements
- 3 5 years of compliance experience within a DFSA regulated firm, ADGM regulated firm, or a similar GCC financial services entity.
- Must currently hold or be demonstrably eligible for DFSA Approved Person status for the Compliance Officer (CO) function.
- Direct, hands on experience applying the DFSA Rulebook, including GEN, COB, and AML modules.
- Proven practical experience in AML/CFT, including conducting CDD/EDD, handling SARs/STRs, and managing sanctions screening.
- Experience in designing, implementing, and executing a Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP).
- Demonstrated ability to independently author regulatory reports, compliance policies, and board level papers.
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Experience acting as the primary regulatory contact during inspections or supervisory visits.
Desirables
- Professional compliance qualification such as ICA Diploma in Compliance or CAMS.
- Prior experience holding the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) function.
- Experience in compliance within an investment management or asset management context in the DIFC.
- Familiarity with the UAE Federal AML Law and goAML reporting platform.
- Experience managing or mentoring junior compliance staff.
Role Highlights
- Location: Dubai
- Work Location Type: Onsite
- Employment Type: Full time
- Job Level: Senior
- Experience: 5 to 8 Years
- Department: Finance
- Industry: Finance
- Sub Industry: Capital Markets
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