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Job Title MLRO & Compliance Manager

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Are You Ready to take your career to the next level?Be part of the pioneering team of Pyypl, the future's leading digital payment card!Pyypl (pronounced "people") is a pioneering FinTech company rolling out services in multiple countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia region. Similar companies globally include Revolut, Monzo, N26, and Chime.We are proudly regulated by various financial services regulators, and our Group Headquarters is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.We are a family of very experienced digital experts. We are a true product company, extremely results driven, and always try to positively surprise our customers. We want to hear that magical "wow!' from our customers.Pyypl has recently been selected the #1 Pioneer by Ripple, and LinkedIn Top 10 Start-up in the UAE.The Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) / Compliance Manager is responsible for providing regulatory support to ensure that the required levels of adherence to current financial services, AML and compliance regulations are consistently met and Company and its operating group companies are compliant to UAE and MENA regulations.Role Purpose:Lead the charge with regards to the Company and its group companies (the Group) compliance culture and ensure the Group operates within the law and meets current regulatory standards and requirements in countries of operations.Create and uphold the Group compliance procedures and policies and continually evaluate these against best practice and regulatory standards.Act as the authorized point of contact for the Financial Services Regulatory Authority and the Financial Intelligence Unit in UAE and countries of operations.Assist Board in assessment of operational risks and developing and updating policies and strategies for risk management.Provide financial crime compliance advice to Board and Management.Creating and implementing AML and compliance frameworks and business procedures and processes in the Group.Acting as a first point of contact for employees on AML compliance concerns.Unsure compliant KYC procedure, customer and transactions screening.Remain up to date on current regulatory, AML and compliance changes and inform about Management on relevant.Prepare management reports regarding compliance operations and progress as requested by the Board or Management or regulators.Monitor compliance systems to ensure their effectiveness.Maintain an Internal reporting systems and ensure all staff are aware of the process.Report violations of compliance or regulatory standards to the CEO and duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate or required.Manage the suspicious activity reporting process.Conduct at least one annual AML inspection that is designed to test and evaluate an internal AML program and related controls.Provide required training for the staff.Education & Experience:Preferably a Bachelor's degree, with Finance or Banking or Legal backgroundA minimum of 2 years' experience in AML/compliance in financial services in UAE or MENA regionICA diplomaKnowledge of legal requirements and controls (e.g Anti-Money Laundering, or AML)Familiarity with current industry practices and professional standards in financial services, Preferably ACAMS diplomaExcellent communication skills.Integrity and professional ethics.Benefits:At Pyypl, we don't just offer jobs but careers. Nothing can replace a start-up spirit with the following benefits:Competitive salaryAutonomy and trustFlexible working hoursA chance to form and build a world class tech company and its culture from the ground upOngoing learning and developmentFast career growth opportunitiesEqual treatment to everyoneWe are all about your Pyypl experience. Pyypl is for People!

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