Head of Compliance - dubai - BTSE

    BTSE
    BTSE dubai

    1 day ago

    د.إ420,000 - د.إ780,000 (AED) per year *
    Description

    BTSE Group is a global leader in fintech and blockchain technology, anchored by three core business pillars: Exchange, Payments, and Infrastructure Development.

    Serving over 100 corporate clients worldwide, we provide white-label exchange and payment solutions. Our offerings encompass everything from exchange infrastructure hosting and development to custody, wallets, payments, blockchain integration, trading, and more.

    BTSE has pioneered multiple trading technologies that have been widely adopted across the industry, establishing new benchmarks for innovation, performance, and security in digital asset trading.

    Consistently ranked among the top 10 global exchanges, BTSE is expanding rapidly and invites ambitious, driven professionals to become valuable members of its B2C and B2B businesses.

    About the Opportunity

    BTSE is seeking an experienced Head of Compliance / Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to establish and lead the compliance function for its Dubai operations.

    This senior position will oversee the firm's compliance with VARA, UAE Federal AML/CTF laws, and group-wide governance standards, ensuring BTSE maintains the highest levels of integrity, transparency, and regulatory compliance across all activities.

    The Head of Compliance /MLRO will serve as the main liaison with regulators, lead AML/CTF and compliance strategy, and collaborate closely with the Group Chief Compliance Officer and senior management team to support the company's expansion in the MENA region.

    Responsibilities
    Regulatory Leadership & Oversight
    Act as BTSE Dubai's principal contact for VARA, Central Bank of the UAE, FIU, and other relevant authorities.
    Lead and manage all regulatory filings, notifications, inspections, and correspondence.
    Ensure timely implementation of new or updated regulations, circulars, and guidance issued by VARA or other supervisory bodies.
    Represent the firm in regulatory meetings and audits, ensuring all inquiries are addressed promptly and accurately.
    AML / CTF & Financial Crime Compliance
    Serve as the designated MLRO for the Dubai entity.

    Oversee customer due diligence (CDD/KYC), transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, investigations, and suspicious transaction reporting in line with Federal Decree-Law No.

    (20) of 2018 and Cabinet Decision No. (10) of 2019.
    Maintain and update the AML/CTF framework, including policies, procedures, and risk assessments tailored to the virtual asset sector.
    Ensure all employees receive adequate AML/CTF and compliance training, including onboarding and annual refreshers.
    Conduct periodic internal compliance reviews and testing to assess control effectiveness and recommend improvements.
    Governance, Policy & Advisory
    Develop and maintain BTSE Dubai's compliance policy framework, ensuring alignment with BTSE Group standards.
    Provide strategic compliance and regulatory advice to management and product teams on new initiatives, business models, and partnerships.
    Participate in risk committees, ensuring that compliance risks are properly identified, documented, and mitigated.
    Oversee the data protection and regulatory reporting functions in collaboration with legal and risk counterparts.
    Monitoring & Reporting
    Maintain detailed records of compliance monitoring activities, breaches, and remedial actions.
    Prepare periodic compliance and AML reports for the Board and the Group Chief Compliance Officer.
    Establish and track Key Compliance Indicators (KCIs) to measure program effectiveness.
    Lead the annual review of the entity's Risk Assessment and Compliance Monitoring Plan.
    Requirements
    Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related field (Master's preferred).
    Minimum 7–10 years of compliance and AML/CTF experience within financial services, fintech, or virtual asset/crypto industries.
    Deep understanding of UAE regulatory landscape (VARA, CBUAE, DFSA, FSRA) and related AML/CTF obligations.
    Proven experience dealing directly with regulators and leading compliance programs in the UAE.
    Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements.
    Native‑level Arabic proficiency, with strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
    UAE citizenship is required for this role, along with legal authorization to work locally.
    Nice to haves
    Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CCAS, or equivalent.
    Experience with blockchain analytics tools (Chainalysis, TRM Labs, Elliptic, etc.).
    Previous involvement in license applications or regulatory inspections under VARA, ADGM or similar regimes.
    Familiarity with market surveillance tools (e.g., Solidus Labs, NASDAQ SMARTS).
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    * This salary range is an estimation made by beBee
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