Job Description

Compliance Officer / MLRO

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry:

Virtual Assets / Crypto Exchange

About the Company:

We are a UAE based institutional grade

crypto exchange

operating under a regulatory license as a

Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP)

. Our core focus is enabling secure and compliant digital asset trading for institutional clients and qualified investors across sectors such as commodities, appliances, logistics, and more. The platform generates revenue via transaction spreads, fees, and commissions.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced

Compliance Officer

to lead our regulatory and compliance framework. The candidate must have a deep understanding of UAE regulatory environments related to

crypto exchanges, including AML/CFT laws, FATF compliance, a

nd reporting obligations under virtual asset regimes.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure full compliance with

UAE Virtual Asset

regulatory frameworks,

including VARA and/or FSRA/DFSA

as applicable. Develop and oversee implementation of

AML/CFT

policies, risk assessments, and transaction monitoring protocols. Manage KYC onboarding procedures for institutional and qualified investor accounts. Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, overseeing audits, inquiries, and periodic reporting. Lead internal training and compliance culture building. Monitor ongoing regulatory developments and ensure internal processes remain up to date. Maintain records and documentation for all compliance and risk matters.

Required Experience & Qualification:

Minimum 5 years of compliance experience, preferably in

crypto, fintech, or financial services

Familiarity with UAE's regulatory landscape for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VARA, FSRA, CBUAE guidelines) Strong knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks and FATF compliance standards Experience with institutional client onboarding, digital asset risk monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related fields; certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent are an advantage
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

Priority will be given to candidates who are available to

join immediately.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED20,000.00 - AED30,000.00 per month

Experience:

Compliance: 5 years (Required) * MLRO: 5 years (Required)