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ABOUT IFX PAYMENTS

Founded in 2005, IFX Payments has grown to become a leading global foreign exchange, payment and financial technology provider. It is our strategy to build a core group of strong long-term employees who can grow and develop within the business. Our employees have an opportunity to play a part in this growth and can expect to share the rewards as part of a dynamic and successful team.

Working at IFX Payments provides an opportunity to collaborate with a team of experienced and culturally diverse professionals on a wide range of challenges. We encourage development at all levels in combination with an engaging and rewarding culture that encourages continuous learning, career progression and flexible working. IFX Payments is an equal opportunities employer and prides itself on its collaborative and supportive culture.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Compliance Senior Specialist/DMLRO to join our team. As the Compliance Senior Specialist, your role is crucial in enhancing the Compliance Management Framework within IFX Payments (DIFC) LTD. You will be supporting the Compliance Officer for overseeing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a robust compliance culture. Your expertise will contribute to strengthening the compliance program and improving compliance risk awareness throughout the organisation.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as the Deputy MLRO in the absence of the CO/MLRO and ensure all tasks and responsibilities are carried out as per the regulatory requirements.
- Review and update compliance manuals, procedures, and policies to reflect ongoing regulatory changes and best practices in the region
- Support the CO in filing regulatory returns, ensuring full compliance with statutory obligations
- Assist in the design and delivery of training sessions to keep the team aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Support the customer due diligence process, ensuring a robust risk assessment regime.
- Assist the CO in providing regular briefings to the team on regulatory changes and their potential impact on the Company’s operations
- Support the establishment of comprehensive systems of control, to carry out effective AML/KYC checks and transaction monitoring activities in compliance with applicable legislation
- Support the CO in conducting periodic compliance monitoring and delivering comprehensive reports to senior management
- Support the CO in managing internal unusual activity reports, taking appropriate action and filing external suspicious activity reports with the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit when required

COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCE
- 5 to 10 years of experience in regulatory compliance and financial crime compliance within the financial industry, preferably within the DIFC.
- Understanding of applicable laws and regulations, particularly DFSA Regulations, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
- Excellent written communication and verbal presentation skills.
- A collaborative approach to working with others and committed to an inclusive environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-starter with high level of integrity and positive attitude.
- Holds relevant industry certifications such as ACAMS and CISI

**BENEFITS**:
Enrolment into DEWS

Private healthcare

25 days’ annual leave, plus an extra day off for your birthday

Annual flight expense scheme

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full background check will be carried out.