MLRO/ Compliance Manager
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About the Role
A global fintech company regulated within ADGM seeks a Deputy MLRO to support compliance and AML obligations. The role involves policy development, regulatory monitoring, and risk mitigation.
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Responsibilities
- Support the MLRO in ensuring the organisation meets all AML and financial crime compliance obligations under applicable ADGM and FSRA regulations
- Assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing review of AML and compliance policies and procedures
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the organisation's compliance framework
- Oversee and support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial crime risks across the business
- Act as a deputy point of contact for regulatory enquiries, suspicious activity reporting, and internal escalations
- Contribute to compliance training, awareness programmes, and internal audits as required
Requirements
- 5–8 years of experience in AML, Compliance, Risk Management, or Financial Crime Compliance
- Experience working within financial services, banking, fintech, investment firms, payment institutions, cryptocurrency, gaming, or other regulated entities
- DIFC and/or FSRA regulatory experience is highly preferred
- Strong working knowledge of AML frameworks, financial crime typologies, and regulatory reporting obligations
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within a regulated environment and engage with compliance stakeholders at all levels
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Role Overview
- A global fintech company regulated within Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is seeking a Deputy MLRO to support the organisation's compliance function and ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the MLRO in ensuring the organisation meets all AML and financial crime compliance obligations under applicable ADGM and FSRA regulations.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing review of AML and compliance policies and procedures.
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the organisation's compliance framework.
- Oversee and support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial crime risks across the business.
- Act as a deputy point of contact for regulatory enquiries, suspicious activity reporting, and internal escalations.
- Contribute to compliance training, awareness programmes, and internal audits as required.
Skills & Experience
- 5–8 years of experience in AML, Compliance, Risk Management, or Financial Crime Compliance.
- Experience working within financial services, banking, fintech, investment firms, payment institutions, cryptocurrency, gaming, or other regulated entities.
- DIFC and/or FSRA regulatory experience is highly preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of AML frameworks, financial crime typologies, and regulatory reporting obligations.
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within a regulated environment and engage with compliance stakeholders at all levels.
Application Process
- This position is based in Abu Dhabi and sits within an ADGM regulated entity. Candidates with direct FSRA or DIFC regulatory exposure are strongly encouraged to apply.
About Senna
- Senna is a careers platform for finance candidates who want better opportunities and more strategic career guidance.
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