Compliance Officer - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Stanley Mac

    Stanley Mac
    Stanley Mac Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    1 week ago

    Description

    Position Overview

    We are seeking an experienced Compliance Officer/MLRO to oversee comprehensive compliance operations within our regulated digital asset custody organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and monitoring compliance frameworks, conducting investigations, and reporting suspicious activities to regulatory authorities to protect the organization against financial crime. This role demands extensive knowledge of financial regulations, AML/CFT laws, and the ability to ensure strict adherence to regulatory requirements in the digital asset ecosystem.

    Key Responsibilities

    Regulatory Compliance Management

    • Monitor, interpret, and implement financial regulations applicable to digital asset custody operations to ensure full regulatory compliance and reporting adherence

    • Conduct comprehensive regulatory assessments to identify areas of non-compliance and develop strategic corrective action plans

    • Develop, implement, and manage the organization's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) program in accordance with VARA Guidelines and international best practices

    • Perform regular risk assessments and continuously update AML policies to address emerging threats and regulatory changes

    Policy Development & Implementation

    • Collaborate with cross-functional departments to develop, review, and update comprehensive policies and procedures in accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines

    • Implement risk-based approaches to compliance planning within a dynamic and evolving business environment

    • Ensure policy frameworks remain current with regulatory developments and industry standards

    Compliance Operations Management

    • Oversee customer onboarding processes in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring compliance with documentation and verification requirements

    • Manage comprehensive transaction monitoring systems including both pre-transaction and post-transaction Know Your Transaction (KYT) protocols

    • Conduct ongoing and periodic transaction monitoring to identify suspicious transaction patterns and activities

    • Implement robust customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence procedures

    Reporting & Documentation

    • Prepare and submit regular compliance reports to regulatory authorities detailing organizational compliance status and metrics

    • Maintain comprehensive documentation of all compliance and AML activities for internal and external audit purposes

    • Establish and manage procedures for identification, investigation, and reporting of suspicious activities

    • Coordinate with relevant authorities to submit timely Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) when required

    Monitoring & Quality Assurance

    • Implement comprehensive monitoring and testing procedures to ensure ongoing effectiveness of compliance and AML programs

    • Conduct periodic internal compliance audits to proactively identify and remediate compliance gaps

    • Establish key performance indicators and metrics to measure compliance program effectiveness

    Training & Development

    • Design and deliver comprehensive compliance training programs for all staff members, focusing on AML/CFT requirements and customer suitability standards

    • Conduct periodic Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA) evaluations to assess AML/CFT knowledge and understanding across front-line business executives

    • Develop and maintain training materials that reflect current regulatory requirements and industry best practices

    Required Qualifications & Experience

    Educational Background:

    • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or related discipline

    • Professional certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) highly advantageous

    Professional Experience:

    • 8-10 years of proven experience in compliance roles within financial services firms operating in regulated environments

    • Demonstrated experience in Virtual Assets/Digital Assets custody operations and compliance frameworks

    Technical Expertise:

    • Comprehensive knowledge of AML/CFT regulations and financial industry compliance standards

    • Proven experience with customer onboarding tools including Know Your Business (KYB) and Know Your Customer (KYC) platforms

    • Extensive experience with transaction monitoring tools for both pre-transaction and post-transaction screening

    • Deep understanding of regulatory reporting requirements and suspicious activity detection methodologies

    Core Competencies:

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    • Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels

    • Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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