Compliance Officer MLRO

6 days ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates King Deux Search & Consulting Full time

King Deux Search & Consultingis a specialised executive search firm which offers bespoke talentsolutions across financial services and commerce. We are committedto not only finding the right opportunity for our candidates butalso leaving a legacy that lives on beyond the hiringprocess.

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About YourCompany

Our client a prominent and innovativeplayer in the cryptocurrency sector is seeking an experiencedCompliance Officer / Money Laundering Reporting Officer (CO/MLRO)to join their team. This role is critical in ensuring the firmsadherence to regulatory standards within the Abu Dhabi GlobalMarket (ADGM) particularly focusing on AntiMoney Laundering (AML)and CounterTerrorism Financing (CTF). The ideal candidate will playa key role in developing and implementing compliance strategiesthat align with industry best practices while fostering a robustculture of compliance throughout theorganization.


Job Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the firms compliance with allregulatory requirements specific to ADGMs Category 3A license.Ensure that internal policies and procedures align with relevantlegal and regulatory standards continuously monitoring for updatesand changes.
  • Develop implement and regularlyupdate the firms compliance framework including compliancemonitoring and risk assessment processes. Conduct periodic reviewsto ensure that the framework remains effective andapplicable.
  • Act as the primary liaison with theFinancial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) within ADGM. Managerelationships with regulators ensuring timely and effectiveresponses to inquiries inspections andaudits.
  • Develop and implement comprehensiveAML/CTF policies and procedures that comply with ADGM regulations.Monitor client transactions identify suspicious activities andreport findings to the FSRA as required.
  • Ensureproper execution of customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced duediligence (EDD) processes. Oversee Know Your Customer (KYC)procedures for onboarding and ongoing clientmonitoring.
  • Provide ongoing training andsupport to staff on regulatory developments compliance requirementsand ethical standards. Foster a culture of compliance and riskawareness within the organization.
  • Maintainthorough records of all AML/CTF activities reports andinvestigations in accordance with ADGM and FSRA requirements.Ensure all documentation is complete accurate and easily accessiblefor audits.
  • Manage the firms transactionmonitoring systems to ensure alignment with regulatoryexpectations. Conduct regular reviews of these systems andrecommend improvements to mitigate emergingrisks.
  • Conduct internal audits and periodiccompliance reviews to assess the effectiveness of the complianceframework. Identify areas for improvement and implement necessarychanges.

Job Requirements:
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience incompliance and MLRO and/or AML/CTF roles ideally within thefinancial services or cryptocurrency sectors. Experience withCategory 3A regulated activities ispreferred.
  • Bachelors degree in finance businesslaw or a related field. Professional certifications in complianceor AML (e.g. CAMS ICA) are highlydesirable.
  • Strong understanding of ADGMregulations particularly those related to Category 3A licensingdigital assets and AML/CTF legislation.
  • Provenexperience conducting regulatory audits risk assessments andcompliance reviews. High attention to detail and the ability toanalyze complex data and situations.
  • Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills with the ability to engageeffectively with internal teams and externalstakeholders.
  • Proficient in using complianceand AML/CTF monitoring software and tools. Familiarity with KYC CDDand EDD processes for digital assettransactions.
  • Strong interpersonal skills andthe ability to challenge the Board and leadership when necessary toensure compliance and mitigate risks.

How To Apply

Interested parties please send your CV directly to or apply directly.

Please note thatonly shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Key Skills
Compliance Management,Risk Management,FinancialServices,PCI,Banking,Cost Accounting Standards,QualitySystems,Research Experience,NIST Standards,Securities Law,SOX,ISO27000
Employment Type : FullTime
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1

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