Compliance Senior Manager - Digital Assets

Wise is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Compliance Senior Manager to join our team in Dubai. This role will be responsible for building, leading, and managing the compliance framework for our new stablecoin and virtual asset services, licensed by Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). This is a unique opportunity to shape our compliance strategy from the ground up under a new regulatory paradigm. As the Compliance Senior Manager, you will be the primary point of contact with VARA, ensuring that our operations not only meet but exceed regulatory expectations. You will work closely with a global team of specialists across Product, Legal, Operations, and Engineering to launch and scale innovative products safely and compliantly, helping us achieve our mission of making money instant, convenient, and transparent for everyone.Key Responsibilities:1. Regulatory Oversight & LicensingAct as the designated Virtual Asset Compliance Officer (VACO) as required by Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), holding ultimate responsibility for the integrity and effectiveness of the compliance framework.Own the relationship with VARA, serving as the point of contact for all licensing, reporting, examinations, and strategic engagement.Build and maintain a robust, scalable compliance program tailored to the VARA framework.Oversee the maintenance of our VARA license, monitor, interpret, and advise the business on all regulatory developments from VARA and other relevant UAE authorities.2. Governance & AdvisoryLocalise and implement Wise s global compliance policies to ensure they are fit-for-purpose and compliant with VARA rules.Develop and deliver targeted training to the Board and senior management on the VARA framework and the specific risks associated with virtual assets.Report directly to the Board and senior leadership on the health of th