Compliance Risk Manager, Financial Services

1 week ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Checkout Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Compliance Risk Manager to join our team at Checkout, a leading fintech company. As a key member of our Compliance Team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the effective management of financial crime risk across our operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversight and Compliance Advice
    • Provide expert oversight and compliance advice to our onsite team in the UAE, ensuring that risk management and mitigation policies are effectively implemented and monitored.
    • Review and approve new customer applications, ensuring that all necessary Customer Due Diligence (CDD) is performed in line with applicable policies.
  • Regulatory Liaison and Reporting
    • Maintain our regulatory license and applications in the UAE, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and requirements.
    • Develop and maintain relationships with regulators, providing timely and accurate reporting and filing as required.
  • Investigations and Incident Response
    • Investigate alerts and reports of potential financial crime, drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and notifications to regulators and local authorities as necessary.
    • Coordinate incident response and remediation efforts, ensuring that all necessary steps are taken to mitigate risk and protect our customers.
  • Advisory and Governance
    • Lead audits of our Financial Crime Compliance program, ensuring that all policies, procedures, and operating memos are up to date and compliant with relevant regulations.
    • Develop and maintain compliance reporting and MI processes, ensuring that all necessary data is collected and analyzed to inform risk management decisions.
  • Monitoring and Risk Management
    • Contribute to the development of AML/CTF risk classifications and assessments, ensuring that all necessary frameworks are in place to mitigate risk.
    • Develop country-specific risk assessments, highlighting control gaps and recommending remediation plans to ensure effective risk management.
Requirements
  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a senior compliance role, with a strong background in AML/CFT, Sanctions, and Screening.
  • Previous experience as an appointed MLRO in the UAE or similar jurisdiction.
  • Proficient in spoken and written English, with Arabic language skills a plus.
  • Knowledge and experience in the UAE and Middle East markets, preferably within fintech and payments compliance.
  • Relevant certifications, such as ACFCS, CFE, ICA Diplomas, or CAMS, are highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to implement and deliver solutions.
  • Excellent organizational, partner management, and communication skills, with a positive and solution-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong collaborative approach.
  • Willingness to learn and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory developments.


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