Head of Compliance - Fintech / BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Head of Compliance to lead and oversee the compliance framework for a regulated BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later) fintech operating under the Qatar Central Bank (QCB).

This role is responsible for ensuring full regulatory compliance, including AML/CFT, consumer protection, and data privacy requirements, while embedding a strong compliance culture across the organization as the business scales in Qatar and the wider MENA region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance management framework aligned with QCB regulations and fintech best practices.
• Act as the primary point of contact with Qatar Central Bank (QCB) and other regulatory authorities, managing regulatory correspondence, filings, licensing, and sandbox requirements.
• Develop, review, and update internal compliance policies, procedures, and manuals in line with applicable laws and regulatory guidelines.
• Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments to identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory and operational risks.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO, MLRO, and legal advisors to meet regulatory milestones, reporting obligations, and supervisory expectations.
• Review products, customer journeys, and marketing materials to ensure transparency, fairness, and consumer protection.
• Ensure digital platforms and third-party systems (payment gateways, KYC/AML vendors) comply with regulatory standards for data security and transaction monitoring.
• Deliver ongoing compliance training and awareness programs across all business functions.
• Monitor regulatory developments in Qatar and the MENA region and assess their impact on business operations.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports, audit responses, and compliance documentation to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support vendor, merchant, and partner due diligence to mitigate third-party compliance risks.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional compliance certification such as CAMS, ICA, CRCMP, or equivalent (strongly preferred).
• 7–10 years of experience in compliance leadership roles within banking, financial services, payments, or fintech.
• Strong knowledge of Qatar Central Bank (QCB) regulations, including AML/CFT, consumer protection, and reporting obligations.
• Proven experience building and scaling compliance programs in digital-first or fast-growing environments.
• Knowledge of Islamic finance principles is an advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Regulatory compliance and risk management expertise (QCB-focused)
• Strong analytical, investigative, and documentation skills
• Excellent communication with regulators and senior stakeholders
• Leadership and training capability to build a compliance-first culture
• Ability to translate complex regulations into practical business guidance
• High integrity, ethics, and attention to detail

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From QAR18,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 7+ years of experience in compliance roles within banking, financial services, payments, or fintech?
• Do you hold a professional compliance certification (CAMS, ICA, CRCMP, or equivalent)?
• Which compliance areas do you have strong experience in?
• Current salary?
• whats your expected salary?