Head of Compliance

Role Overview:

The Head of Compliance at Joud LLC is responsible for developing, implementing, and

overseeing the company's compliance framework to ensure full alignment with Qatar

Central Bank (QCB) regulations, including AML/CFT obligations, and data protection laws.

This leadership role involves establishing internal policies, conducting compliance risk

assessments, training staff, and maintaining a strong culture of regulatory adherence as

Joud scales its BNPL services across Qatar and the MENA region.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of QCB regulatory frameworks, fintech

compliance standards, and experience working in a regulated financial services or payment

environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain a robust compliance management system tailored

to BNPL operations and fintech risks.

• Serve as the primary liaison with the Qatar Central Bank (QCB) and other regulatory

bodies, managing correspondence, filings, sandbox testing protocols, and licensing

obligations.

• Develop and regularly update internal compliance policies, manuals, and

procedures in accordance with local laws, QCB guidelines, and Islamic finance

principles.

• Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments across departments and business

processes to proactively identify and mitigate regulatory risks.

• Collaborate with the CEO, MLRO, and legal advisors to ensure QCB milestones,

regulatory testing, and reporting obligations are met.

• Oversee product and marketing compliance reviews to ensure transparency,

fairness, and customer protection.

• Ensure the company's digital systems and third-party integrations (e.g., payment

gateways, KYC/AML vendors) meet regulatory standards for data security,

transaction monitoring, and consumer disclosures.

• Lead and deliver compliance training programs for staff across all levels, fostering a

culture of awareness and ethical responsibility.

• Monitor regulatory changes in Qatar and across the MENA region and assess their

implications on business operations.

• Prepare and submit regulatory reports, audit responses, and compliance

documentation to internal and external stakeholders.

• Collaborate closely with the MLRO on AML/CFT issues and ensure integration of

financial crime prevention controls within the compliance program.

• Support due diligence processes for vendors, merchants, and partners to mitigate

third-party compliance risks.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.

• Certified Compliance Professional (e.g., CAMS, CRCMP, ICA, or equivalent) strongly

preferred.

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in a compliance leadership role within financial

services, banking, or fintech.

• In-depth knowledge of QCB regulatory frameworks, including AML/CFT obligations,

and consumer protection laws.

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Expertise in regulatory compliance and risk management (QCB-specific)

• Strong analytical and investigative skills

• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• Clear and confident communication with regulatory bodies and internal

stakeholders

• Leadership and training ability to foster a compliance-first culture

• Ability to interpret legal and regulatory language into actionable business guidance

• Collaborative, ethical, and solutions-driven approach

• Experience establishing and scaling compliance programs in fast-paced, digital-first

environments.

• Familiarity with Islamic finance structures and principles is an advantage.

Job Type: Full-time