MLRO / Compliance Officer
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About the Role
A fast-growing cloud infrastructure provider seeks a seasoned MLRO/Compliance Officer to lead AML/CFT framework and regulatory strategy in the UAE. The role involves managing compliance for CSP operations within ADGM, acting as primary liaison with the Registration Authority.
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Responsibilities
- Own and evolve the AML/CFT framework as a DNFBP, including annual review of Business Risk Assessments and CDD/EDD protocols
- Manage comprehensive sanctions and PEP screening (UN, OFAC, EU, UAE) and oversee ongoing transaction monitoring
- Act as designated reporting officer, filing SARs/STRs with UAE FIU (goAML) and maintaining records
- Oversee all CSP license conditions, including client money handling, UBO filings, and record retrieval mandate
- Execute compliance monitoring programme and manage regulatory notifications, annual returns, and staff certifications
- Serve as primary point of contact for ADGM Registration Authority, managing correspondence and ensuring readiness for assessments
- Provide expert advice to Board and senior management on evolving regulatory requirements and escalate potential breaches
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of direct AML and compliance experience in UAE or similar international financial center
- Deep technical knowledge of ADGM regulations and UAE federal AML/CFT legal framework
- Confirmed eligibility to meet Fit and Proper status under ADGM/RA standards
- Recognized professional AML or Compliance qualifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA)
- Proven experience in transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, and filing via UAE FIU portal
- Exceptional attention to detail with ability to manage strict regulatory deadlines
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About The Company
- Our client is a fast growing cloud infrastructure provider specializing in sovereign AI and decentralized computing solutions.
- Offers high performance alternative to traditional hyperscalers, empowering developers and enterprises to deploy intensive workloads across a secure, global network of independent data centers.
- Focuses on low cost access to premium GPU resources and scalable storage, ensuring data sovereignty and high availability for AI applications.
- Operates at the intersection of edge computing and decentralized infrastructure, fostering a culture of technical innovation and rapid iteration.
Job Summary
- We are seeking a seasoned Compliance professional to lead our AML/CFT framework and regulatory strategy in the UAE.
- As the MLRO and Compliance Officer, you will serve as the backbone of our regulatory integrity, ensuring CSP operations within ADGM remain beyond reproach.
- High impact role acting as primary liaison with the Registration Authority, protecting the firm's reputation while enabling sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and evolve the AML/CFT framework as a DNFBP, including annual review of Business Risk Assessments and CDD/EDD protocols.
- Manage comprehensive sanctions and PEP screening (UN, OFAC, EU, UAE) and oversee ongoing transaction monitoring for the firm and all administered entities.
- Act as the designated reporting officer, filing SARs/STRs with the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (goAML) and maintaining meticulous records.
- Oversee all CSP license conditions, including client money handling, UBO filings, and the two business day record retrieval mandate.
- Execute the compliance monitoring programme and manage all regulatory notifications, annual returns, and staff certifications.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the ADGM Registration Authority, managing correspondence and ensuring constant readiness for RA assessments.
- Provide expert advice to the Board and senior management on evolving regulatory requirements and escalate potential breaches immediately.
Requirements
- A minimum of five (5) years of direct AML and compliance experience, specifically within the UAE or a similar international financial center.
- Deep technical knowledge of ADGM regulations and the UAE federal AML/CFT legal framework.
- Confirmed eligibility to meet Fit and Proper status under ADGM / RA standards.
- Recognized professional AML or Compliance qualifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA).
- Proven experience in transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, and filing via the UAE FIU portal.
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage strict regulatory deadlines.
Nice to Haves
- Previous experience managing dual regulated entities (FSRA and CSP).
- Existing relationships or a track record of successful engagements with the ADGM Registration Authority.
- Experience in delivering high impact AML training sessions to diverse internal teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and compensation package.
- Prime working location in the UAE.
- High impact leadership role within a respected firm.
- Long term career stability and professional development.
- Performance based incentives and professional recognition.
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