Compliance Officer

We are seeking a high-caliber MLRO and Compliance Officer to lead and safeguard the regulatory integrity of a growing Company Service Provider (CSP) based in the UAE.

In this pivotal role, you will own the end-to-end AML/CFT framework and serve as the primary liaison with the ADGM Registration Authority.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned compliance professional to step into a position of high visibility, ensuring the firm remains a gold standard for regulatory excellence while supporting the seamless administration of a diverse portfolio of entities.

Key Responsibilities Framework Ownership: Maintain and conduct annual reviews of the Business Risk Assessment, including CDD/EDD protocols and sanctions/PEP screening across UN, OFAC, EU, and UAE lists.

Regulatory Reporting: Act as the designated reporting officer, managing internal suspicion reports and filing official STRs/SARs with the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit.

CSP License Oversight: Manage all conditions of the CSP license, including client money handling, statutory filings, UBO record-keeping, and the two-business-day retrieval mandate.

Authority Liaison: Represent the firm in all correspondence with the ADGM Registration Authority, managing notifications and ensuring continuous readiness for compliance assessments.

Monitoring & Training: Execute the compliance monitoring program, deliver specialized staff AML training, and provide strategic counsel to the Board of Directors regarding risk and potential breaches.