Job Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled

Compliance Officer & Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)

to lead and manage our regulatory and compliance framework, particularly in relation to the

Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA)

. This is a strategic role that requires regulatory expertise, strong leadership, and hands-on experience in the crypto or financial services space.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the appointed

Compliance Officer and MLRO

with VARA and other relevant regulatory authorities.

Lead the

regulatory licensing process

and ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable frameworks.

Develop, implement, and monitor

compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls

in line with UAE and international standards.

Oversee

KYC (Know Your Customer), KYT (Know Your Transaction), and AML/CTF

processes, including coordination with third-party providers such as

Hextrust, ZandBank, Crystal

, etc.

Conduct

risk assessments, compliance audits

, and ensure all AML/CTF obligations are fully met.

Monitor crypto-related transactions and

report suspicious activities

(SARs/STRs) as per regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with

legal, product, operations, and executive teams

to integrate compliance into all aspects of the business.

Prepare and submit

regulatory and internal compliance reports

.

Liaise with auditors, banks, legal advisors, and regulatory bodies during audits and investigations.

Provide

compliance training

to employees and ensure a culture of compliance across departments.

Maintain a comprehensive

compliance documentation database

.

Monitor global regulatory trends and

recommend improvements

to policies and controls.

Review marketing content and communications to ensure they are compliant with relevant guidelines.

Recommend and help implement effective

compliance tools and technology solutions

.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in

finance, Law, Business Administration

, or a related field.

Minimum of

3 years' experience

in compliance, risk, or audit within financial services or crypto sectors.

Strong understanding of

cryptocurrency and blockchain regulations

.

In-depth knowledge of

UAE regulations

, especially VARA, and international compliance standards (FATF, FinCEN, OFAC).

Proven experience with

KYC/AML tools

and transaction monitoring systems.

CAMS certification

or equivalent preferred.

Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

High ethical standards, discretion, and a commitment to confidentiality.

Ability to provide training and serve as an internal advisor on compliance matters.

What We Offer:

Opportunity to lead the compliance strategy for a fast-growing virtual asset business

Dynamic work environment with direct exposure to regulatory engagements

Professional growth in the evolving blockchain and crypto industry

A collaborative team that values transparency, innovation, and impact

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month