Head - Digital Assets Compliance
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About the Role
ADCB seeks a Head of Digital Assets Compliance to lead the compliance function for digital asset services, ensuring adherence to UAE regulatory frameworks including CBUAE, SCA, and VARA.
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Responsibilities
- Lead ADCB’s Digital Asset compliance function as principal advisor and designated Compliance Officer/MLRO for SCA licensed virtual asset activities
- Develop and implement comprehensive compliance framework for digital asset services and products
- Lead proactive engagement with regulators (CBUAE, SCA, VARA) on digital assets compliance matters
- Provide expert guidance on AML/CFT programs and controls
- Serve as subject matter expert and advisor on compliance for all digital asset initiatives
- Lead compliance training programs for virtual asset staff
- Oversee development and implementation of digital asset policies
- Manage self and team in line with ADCB’s people management policies
Requirements
- At least 9 years of experience in Compliance, Risk, or Digital Assets with minimum of 5 years exposure to a Senior role in a Financial Institution
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Law or related field
- MBA preferred; PMP, CFA, or equivalent certifications
- Knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks including CBUAE, SCA, VARA, and relevant laws
- Experience with AML/KYC, Travel Rule, and Suspicious Activity Reporting
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About the business area
- Compliance is an independent function at ADCB which takes an active approach to risk management and monitoring.
- The Group creates, implements and monitors policies and procedures designed to prevent or detect financial crime and any compliance breaches.
Key Responsibilities
- To lead ADCB’s Digital Asset compliance function, as the principal advisor and designated Compliance Officer/MLRO for SCA licensed virtual asset activities.
- Act as the principal Advisor and guide on the development and implementation of a comprehensive compliance framework for digital asset services and products.
- Lead proactive engagement with regulators (CBUAE, SCA, VARA etc.) on all matters related to digital assets compliance.
- Provide expert guidance on the designing and implementation of AML/CFT programs and controls.
- Act as the designated Compliance Officer/MLRO for CBUAE, SCA and VARA digital asset activities.
- Serve as the subject matter expert and advisor on compliance for all digital asset initiatives.
- Lead compliance training programs for virtual asset staff.
- Provide expert advisory on the establishment and enforcement of internal compliance policies and controls.
- Oversee the development and implementation of digital asset policies.
- Provide guidance on setting up a compliance monitoring program for digital assets.
- Advice on the design and implementation of reporting processes.
- Lead investigations and drive corrective actions.
Experience & Qualifications
- At least 9 years of experience in Compliance, Risk, or Digital Assets with minimum of 5 years exposure to a Senior role in a Financial Institution.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Law or related field.
- MBA preferred; PMP, CFA, or equivalent certifications.
- Regulatory Compliance (Digital Assets and Banking).
- AML/CFT Programme Design and Implementation.
- Risk Assessment and Control Frameworks.
- SCA Rulebook and Cabinet Resolution No. 111 of 2022.
- VARA Compliance and Risk Management Rulebook.
- UAE Federal AML Law No. 20 of 2018 and Cabinet Decision No. 10 of 2019.
- FATF Travel Rule and Sanctions Screening.
- Suspicious Activity Reporting and STR Filing.
- Client Asset Protection and Outsourcing Governance.
What we offer
- Competitive Salary & variable pay plans.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: market leading medical insurance, group life and personal accident insurance, paid leave and leave airfare, employee preferential rates on loans and finance facilities, staff discounts and offers, and children education assistance.
- Flexible and Remote Working Options.
- Learning and Development Opportunities.
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