Deputy Compliance Officer, Kraken Mena

5 days ago

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates kraken Full time

**About Kraken**

As one of the largest and most trusted **digital asset platforms** globally, we are empowering people to experience the life-changing potential of crypto. Trusted by over 8 million consumer and pro traders, institutions, and authorities worldwide - our unique combination of products, services, and global expertise is helping tip the scales towards mass crypto adoption. But we’re only just getting started. We want to be pioneers in crypto and add value to the everyday lives of billions. Now is not the time to sit on the sidelines. Join us to bring crypto to the world.

**About the role**

Kraken is one of the world's largest, most successful bitcoin exchanges and we're growing faster than ever. Our range of successful products are playing an important role in the mainstream adoption of crypto assets. We attract people who constantly push themselves to think differently and chart exciting new paths in a rapidly growing industry.

**Responsibilities**:

- Act as a day-to-day contact for regulatory compliance matters for Kraken MENA operations.
- Be responsible for the ongoing compliance of the firm with all applicable regulatory requirements
- Work closely with Kraken MENA’s Compliance Officer and Executive Leadership to ensure operational compliance requirements across the region are implemented.
- Provide compliance expertise to Kraken MENA’s Executive Leadership in relation to operational risks (including technology security risk, operational resilience and business continuity), conduct risks and prudential risks in order to build an effective compliance risk monitoring programme.
- Monitor internal and external business, regulatory and technology environments to identify new or emerging compliance risks and verify remediation of issues as applicable.
- Be responsible for the submission or, in some instances, the oversight of any relevant compliance regulatory reports, STRs/SARs, and other filings to be submitted to relevant regulatory authorities.
- Develop and oversee the Compliance Monitoring Programme, and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
- Assess and oversee the implementation of new regulatory compliance requirements as they arise, assist with regulatory horizon scanning, and advise executive management accordingly.
- Coordinate and liaise with Kraken Global Compliance to ensure alignment between global, regional and local compliance policies, procedures, and operations.
- Support regional product development by advising on the compliance impact and requirements associated with localised product launches..
- Support regional marketing and brand development efforts by advising on the compliance impact and requirements associated with business and brand development, and advertising under applicable regulations.
- Build and manage a local compliance operations function as required to support operations under future regulatory registrations or licenses.

**Requirements**:

- Advanced professional certifications such as "CAMS", "CFE", etc. are preferred.
- Financial intelligence unit (FIU) operations experience is preferred.
- Demonstrable prior experience in relation to the regulation of crypto asset services in the UAE or a similar regulatory jurisdiction.
- 8+ years in a previous regulatory or compliance position at a fintech or financial firm, or regulatory institution.
- Previous experience in filing regulatory reports and providing compliance oversight.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) crypto asset regulatory environment, developments, and relevant registration and licensing requirements for crypto and adjacent financial services.
- Familiarity with anti-money laundering and know-your-customer best practices within relevant regulations.
- Experience developing policies and procedures that ensure hyper-growth innovation is advanced compliantly.

We’re powered by people from around the world with their own unique and diverse experiences. We value all Krakenites and their talents, contributions, and perspectives, regardless of their background.

As an equal opportunity employer we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

**Stay in the know**

**Follow us on Twitter**
**Catch up on our blog**
**Follow us on LinkedIn

  • Compliance Associate, Kraken Mena

    5 days ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates kraken Full time

    **About Kraken** As one of the largest and most trusted **digital asset platforms** globally, we are empowering people to experience the life-changing potential of crypto. Trusted by over 8 million consumer and pro traders, institutions, and authorities worldwide - our unique combination of products, services, and global expertise is helping tip the scales...

  • Executive Assistant

    5 days ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates kraken Full time

    **About Kraken** As one of the largest and most trusted **digital asset platforms** globally, we are empowering people to experience the life-changing potential of crypto. Trusted by over 8 million consumer and pro traders, institutions, and authorities worldwide - our unique combination of products, services, and global expertise is helping tip the scales...

  • Commercial Strategy Associate UAE

    5 days ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates kraken Full time

    **About Kraken** As one of the largest and most trusted - **digital asset platforms** globally, we are empowering people to experience the life-changing potential of crypto. Trusted by over 8 million consumer and pro traders, institutions, and authorities worldwide - our unique combination of products, services, and global expertise is helping tip the...

  • Auh - Deputy Head - Mena Regional HR Hub (Heo)

    7 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Foreign & Commonwealth Office Full time

    Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities) The British Embassy in Abu Dhabi has a vacancy for Deputy Head for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Human Resources Hub. This is for a fixed-term contract of (3) three years. The Regional HR Hub based out of the British Embassy Abu Dhabi serves the Middle East and North Africa region, covering 25...

  • Compliance Manager

    1 day ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Securrency Full time

    Securrency Capital is a blockchain-enabled digital broker based in the ADGM and has an in-principle approval as prudential category 3A financial institution. We are looking for an experienced Compliance Manager and Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to ensure our company adheres to applicable legal and regulatory requirements and in-house...

  • Ssbt Mena Sales Lead, Family Office, Vp

    6 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates State Street Corporation Full time

    SSBT MENA Sales Lead, Family Office, VP **Who we are looking for** We are looking for an accomplished sales/business development professional to join our dynamic, diverse State Street Bank & Trust Middle East & North Africa (MENA) team. Based in our Abu Dhabi office, you will be a key member of the State Street Bank & Trust Client Coverage Team...

  • Ssbt Mena Sales Lead, Family Office, Vp

    7 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates State Street Corporation Full time

    SSBT MENA Sales Lead, Family Office, VP **Who we are looking for** We are looking for an accomplished sales/business development professional to join our dynamic, diverse State Street Bank & Trust Middle East & North Africa (MENA) team. Based in our Abu Dhabi office, you will be a key member of the State Street Bank & Trust Client Coverage Team...

  • Ssbt Mena Sales Lead, Family Office, Vp

    7 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates State Street Full time

    Who we are looking for We are looking for an accomplished sales/business development professional to join our dynamic, diverse State Street Bank & Trust Middle East & North Africa (MENA) team. Based in our Abu Dhabi office, you will be a key member of the State Street Bank & Trust Client Coverage Team contributing to our prospecting, new revenue generation...

  • Compliance Officer

    6 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Boskalis Full time

    **How you can make your mark**: You can make your mark in the role of Compliance Officer by assisting the crewing team with checking the personal documents & certificates of seafarers which are planned to sign-on a Boskalis vessel. The Seafarer needs to comply with the training matrix based on STCW requirements, Boskalis standard requirements & vessel type...

  • Compliance Officer

    6 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Al Fahim Group Full time

    Subsidiary: Alfahim Head Office - Internal Audit & Compliance - Abu Dhabi Job Purpose: Perform Compliance Review to ensure enforcement of policies & procedures. Coordinate with the Principal or external agencies for Compliance Reviews/ audit. Prepare and maintain relevant documentation required for Compliance Review. Enhance Compliance awareness through...

  • Compliance Officer

    6 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Barclay Simpson Full time

    **Compliance Officer**: - Abu Dhabi - £140,000 - Job type: Permanent - Sector: Banking, Asset Management & Funds - Job reference: TS41511 A well established Middle East investment fund with global activities requires an experienced compliance professional to join their highly qualified team. Reporting to the Head of Compliance you will be active in...

  • Compliance Officer

    7 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates eToro Full time

    eToro has created an intuitive Social Trading platform that gives traders and investors access to global stock markets, commodity trading, cryptocurrency trading, and more. We strive to make money management available and accessible to everyone (even to users with no prior experience or knowledge). We have over 33 million users worldwide, and our platform is...

  • Communications Intern, Regional Office Mena

    4 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Global Green Growth Institute Full time

    **INTRODUCTION TO GGGI**: The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. ***: **CURRENT OPPORTUNITY**: The GGGI...

  • Compliance Officer

    7 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Property Shop Investment LLC Full time

    About the Role A Compliance Officer is responsible for implementing compliance with internal regulations, recommending improvements to our internal control structure, managing & Audit Internal SOPs development, and ensuring compliance with legal and governmental requlations. **Responsibilities**: - Implement and review the company's compliance program. -...

  • Deputy Engineering Manager

    6 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates John Wood Group Full time

    Wood is presently looking to hire a **Deputy Engineering Manager **to join our team in **Abu Dhabi **. Below are more details about this position. **Job Objective**: Responsible for the execution of the engineering portion of a multi-discipline engineering scope of work on one or more projects/work scopes. Has responsibility for coordinating and completing...

  • Regulatory Compliance Officer

    5 days ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Arab Monetary Fund Full time

    The Arab Monetary Fund (AMF) is an Arab regional organization based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Its main objective is laying monetary foundations of Arab economic integration and accelerating the process of economic development in all Arab Countries. AMF is seeking to recruit a “**Regulatory Compliance Officer**” in the fund. **Duties and...

  • Compliance Officer

    5 days ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Reach Employment Services Full time

    Should have working experience as compliance officer UAE Nationals only **Salary**: From AED40,000.00 per month Ability to commute/relocate: - Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

  • Compliance Officer

    3 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates TMF Group Full time

    **Job no**: 575425 **Work type**: Full time **Location**: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates **Categories**: Group Legal & Risk **Office Location**: Abu Dhabi **About TMF Group** TMF Group is a leading provider of administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. As we’re a global company with 11,000+ colleagues based in...

  • Human Resources Associate of The Mena Region

    4 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Global Green Growth Institute Full time

    **INTRODUCTION TO GGGI**: The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. The Middle East and North Africa (MENA)...

  • Data Security and Compliance Officer

    7 months ago

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Ventures Middle East Full time

    **ABOUT US**: Ventures Middle East is a leading management consultancy providing strategic business advisory services across the GCC and wider MENA region. We are not just another consulting firm; we are a catalyst for growth, pushing the boundaries of business with a focus on results. Our seasoned team combines regional knowledge with cutting-edge...