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Compliance Officer

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Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Capitex Full time
Compliance Officer & MLRO – DFSA Regulated Firm (Asset & Investment Management)

Location: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority: Mid–Senior Level

About the Opportunity

A DFSA-regulated asset and investment management firm in the DIFC is seeking an experienced Compliance Officer & Money Laundering Reporting Officer (CO/MLRO) to lead its compliance and AML/CFT framework.

The successful candidate must have strong experience in asset management, investment management, private equity, or related financial services, with a solid understanding of DFSA regulations and DIFC regulatory expectations.

Key ResponsibilitiesRegulatory Compliance (DFSA Focus)
  • Maintain and oversee the compliance framework in accordance with DFSA Rulebooks, including GEN, AML, COB, PIB, and CIR as relevant.
  • Ensure the firm's policies, procedures, and governance documents meet DFSA standards.
  • Prepare, review, and submit periodic regulatory returns, notifications, and filings to the DFSA.
  • Track regulatory changes and implement required updates across the business.
MLRO Responsibilities
  • Act as the firm's appointed MLRO, responsible for all AML/CFT obligations under DFSA and UAE Federal requirements.
  • Oversee KYC/CDD, onboarding risk assessments, and ongoing monitoring of clients and counterparties.
  • Conduct investigations and file STR/SAR reports to the UAE FIU as required.
  • Deliver AML/CFT and financial crime training across the firm.
Monitoring, Assurance & Governance
  • Develop and execute the firm's Compliance Monitoring Plan (CMP).
  • Lead periodic internal compliance reviews and risk assessments.
  • Conduct due diligence on investors, service providers, and counterparties.
  • Provide compliance and AML guidance to senior management and committees.
  • Liaise with DFSA supervisors, internal auditors, and external consultants.
Requirements
  • 4–8 years of compliance experience within asset management, investment management, private equity, or similar regulated environments.
  • Strong knowledge of DFSA rulebooks, DIFC regulatory processes, and AML/CFT obligations.
  • Prior experience as CO/MLRO or Deputy CO/MLRO in a DFSA-regulated firm is highly desirable.
  • Ability to design, implement, and maintain compliance frameworks and monitoring plans.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CFA, or similar are a plus.
What We're Looking For
  • A proactive and commercially aware compliance professional.
  • Someone confident working in a boutique or mid-sized investment environment.
  • An individual capable of balancing regulatory expectations with business practicality.