Deputy MLRO

We are looking for a Deputy MLRO who will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effectiveness of the company s anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) policies and procedures. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, quality control expertise, and proven team leadership skills.

Why Join Our Compliance Team:

• Opportunity to shape AML/CTF frameworks within a fast-growing, innovative property crowdfunder
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Direct impact on compliance strategy and regulatory engagement

What you ll do:

• Support MLRO for all AML/CTF issues and any reporting obligations to the DFSA.
• Oversee and enhance the firm s AML/CTF policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead the AML monitoring program, including transaction monitoring, suspicious activity identification, and escalation.
• Conduct in-depth data analytics to identify patterns, trends, and potential financial crime risks.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance across AML processes.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a small compliance/AML team, ensuring professional development and high performance.
• Deliver training programs for staff on AML/CTF regulations and internal compliance standards.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of AML controls and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support MLRO in submitting regulatory reports, including Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and regular compliance reports.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of DFSA regulations, industry best practices, and emerging financial crime risks.

What we re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Deputy MLRO, MLRO, or senior compliance professional (ideally with a DFSA firm)
• Proven Team Leader experience
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in data-driven risk assessments and reporting.
• Experience in quality control, compliance testing, and process improvement.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CTF regulations, DFSA guidelines, and financial crime risk frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with regulators.
• Professional certifications (ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Arabic speaking is preferred though not essential

Key Competencies:

• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
• Integrity and ethical judgment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive and results-driven