Compliance Manager - Deputy MLRO

Requirements

• Education : Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Law or a related field; a postgraduate qualification (LLM, MBA, or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Professional Certification : Holding CAMS, CFCS, ICA qualifications and CISI qualification as recognised by the CMA is advantageous.
• Experience : Minimum 4-5 years of hands-on AML/financial crime and compliance experience within a regulated financial services or virtual asset service provider, including demonstrable ownership of a transaction monitoring programme.
• Regulatory Knowledge : Deep familiarity with the UAE CMA regulations and AML/CFT legal framework including Cabinet Decision No. 134 of 2025, AML Law No. 10 of 2025, FATF recommendations, and CMA-specific obligations for virtual asset service providers.
• Blockchain & Technology : Practical experience with blockchain analytics tools (Chainalysis, Crystal Intelligence, or equivalent);
• SAR / STR Filing : Proven track record of preparing and submitting suspicious transaction reports to a financial intelligence unit; direct experience with the UAEFIU is strongly preferred.
• Language : Professional proficiency in English is required; Arabic language proficiency (written and spoken) is a strong advantage.

Additional Information

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team. As the Compliance Manager - Deputy MLRO, you will serve as the operational backbone of Capital Vault UAE's financial crime and compliance program, owning the day-to-day delivery of AML/CFT controls, compliance policies, and regulatory obligations and acting as the principal cover for the Head of Compliance and MLRO. You will be responsible for translating the firm's AML framework into operational rigour, from alert management through to suspicious activity reporting, while also maintaining the firm's compliance framework, monitoring regulatory updates, and ensuring the firm remains audit-ready and aligned with CMA obligations at all times, which are core pillars of a regulated, client-centric financial business. You will be responsible for leading the transaction monitoring function end-to-end, including rule design, alert triage, blockchain analytics, and SAR/STR filing, while acting as deputy for the Head Compliance and MLRO across all regulatory, governance and compliance matters. The position offers broad cross-functional exposure across product, technology, and operations in a fast-scaling virtual assets environment, making it an ideal opportunity for professionals seeking to step into a named MLRO role as the firm grows. What you will get in return: - Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated. - Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you -because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. - Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry. - Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team. - Comprehensive Health Benefits: We've got your back with a medical insurance plan. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks! - Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits! - Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community. Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.

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