Compliance Officer

We are seeking a high-caliber MLRO and Compliance Officer to lead and safeguard the regulatory integrity of a growing Company Service Provider (CSP) based in the UAE. In this pivotal role, you will own the end-to-end AML/CFT framework and serve as the primary liaison with the ADGM Registration Authority. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned compliance professional to step into a position of high visibility, ensuring the firm remains a gold standard for regulatory excellence while supporting the seamless administration of a diverse portfolio of entities. Key Responsibilities Framework Ownership: Maintain and conduct annual reviews of the Business Risk Assessment, including CDD/EDD protocols and sanctions/PEP screening across UN, OFAC, EU, and UAE lists. Regulatory Reporting: Act as the designated reporting officer, managing internal suspicion reports and filing official STRs/SARs with the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit. CSP License Oversight: Manage all conditions of the CSP license, including client money handling, statutory filings, UBO record-keeping, and the two-business-day retrieval mandate. Authority Liaison: Represent the firm in all correspondence with the ADGM Registration Authority, managing notifications and ensuring continuous readiness for compliance assessments. Monitoring & Training: Execute the compliance monitoring program, deliver specialized staff AML training, and provide strategic counsel to the Board of Directors regarding risk and potential breaches. A minimum of five (5) years of dedicated AML and regulatory compliance experience, specifically within the ADGM or similar high-oversight jurisdictions. Qualifications: Must hold recognized professional AML and compliance certifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA). Expertise: Deep knowledge of UAE FIU reporting requirements and DNFBP regulatory obligations. Integrity: Proven track record of meeting "fit-and-proper" regulatory standards with the ability to provide active, demonstrable oversight. Nice-to-Haves Experience managing dual-regulated entities (FSRA and CSP). Existing relationships or a proven track record of successful audits with the ADGM Registration Authority. Advanced degrees in Law, Finance, or Business Administration.