Senior Regulatory Compliance Manager - UAE

About This Role

Job Description Company Description Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.

Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the worlds money.

For everyone, everywhere. Job Description More about our mission and what we offer .

We’re looking for a Regulatory Compliance Manager to join our growing Regulatory Oversight Compliance team in the UAE. This role will be working alongside the UAE Compliance Lead in a highly effective team in second line compliance (2LoD).

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the effective mitigation of regulatory compliance risks through the oversight and maintenance of adequate systems and controls. This position requires close partnership with our operational, finance, product, and engineering teams, with opportunities to present to senior stakeholders and shape the strategic direction of the regulatory compliance program.

Your Mission

• Provide advice and guidance to other teams and key stakeholders – regionally and globally, on state money transmission license requirements, relevant consumer regulations as well as related Wise policies and procedures
• Support in the development and maintenance of the Regulatory Compliance oversight framework, including ongoing updates to relevant UAE Regulatory Compliance policies and procedures.
• Execute and enhance quarterly monitoring across key risk areas
• Provide adequate challenge to first line teams on the development of controls and provide approvals on any control changes , new products or features.
• Represent regulatory compliance oversight both internally and externally to regulators, auditors and partners as required, showcasing Wise’s strong oversight compliance framework
• Execute the company’s Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessment, and assist in the preparation of committee and board papers.
• Support regulatory change management process by maintaining oversight of implementation of such development which impact business activities
• Proactively identifying key areas of risk and work with first line teams to in the development of mitigation plans

About You

• Previous Financial Regulation advisory role or experience in a Compliance/Legal department, Risk and Controls function or in a consultancy environment;
• Law degree or a certification in regulatory compliance (preferred, but not essential)
• Familiar with regulations published by the CBUAE, DFSA or FSRA (or other GCC regulators),, particularly in the Payments sector
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex regulatory frameworks and apply them effectively;
• Ability to effectively communicate with Product Managers and Engineers and provide practical, actionable, and value added recommendations;
• Strong presentation skills;
• Problem solving attitude, with the ability to use regulations together with data to drive business decisions;
• Experience (or interest) in working in a fast-growing environment;
• Willing to travel, as Wise offices are located across different countries;

Additional Information

For everyone, everywhere. Were people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

Were proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.

Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

If you want to find out more about what its like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Details

Role Level: Mid-Level Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Company Website: https://wise.com Job Function: Sales Company Industry/

Sector: Financial Services

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