Manager, Financial Crime Compliance & Deputy, MLRO - MENA Compliance Dubai

Link to Privacy Policy Link to Cookie PolicyManager, Financial Crime Compliance & Deputy, MLRO - MENA page is loaded Manager, Financial Crime Compliance & Deputy, MLRO - MENAlocations: Dubaitime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R8424 Company Description is where the world checks out. Our global network powers billions of transactions every year, making money move without making a fuss. We spent years perfecting a service most people will never notice. Because when digital payments just work, businesses grow, customers stay, and no one stops to think about why.With 19 offices spanning six continents, we feel at home everywhere - but London is our HQ. Wherever our people work their magic, they're fast-moving, performance-obsessed, and driven by being better every day. Ideal. Because a role here isn't just another job; it's a career-defining opportunity to build the future of fintech. Job Description As the Manager, Financial Crime Compliance & Deputy MLRO (DMLRO), you will be instrumental in supporting the MLRO with the effective management and continuous improvement of the Financial Crime Compliance function in the UAE, ensuring operational excellence and regulatory adherence. How you'll make an impact: Directly partner with first and second-line analysts to meticulously manage and make critical decisions on complex escalations sent by business divisions, including Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) approvals, merchant change requests, periodic reviews, and screening alerts. Present balanced, thorough, and well-justified recommendations on critical risk decisions to the MLRO and relevant oversight committees. Lead the suspicious activity investigation and filing process, including conducting detailed reviews of internal unusual activity reports, managing follow-up actions, and ensuring the timely submission of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) (where applicable). Work with the MLRO to design, oversee, and implement improvements and changes to policies, procedures, and controls in line with relevant regulations. Support the MLRO in producing key departmental deliverables, including the business-wide risk assessments, MLRO reports to the Board, regulatory submissions, and annual policy reviews. Work with the MLRO to lead and manage responses to both internal and external audits, including engagement with regulators, and oversee the progression and timely completion of any resulting action plans or remediation. Proactively monitor the UAE regulatory landscape and emerging threats, presenting concise advice and conclusions to the MLRO and the wider business. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure the Financial Crime Compliance function has access to reliable Management Information (MI) to accurately assess risk and target resources effectively. Design and deliver targeted training and guidance to business units, including scenario-based AML training tailored to risks associated with the UAE market and the payment business model, and on thematic reviews. Act as the MLRO's designated representative during their absence or leave, ensuring seamless decision-making, regulatory liaison, and continuous compliance coverage for business continuity. About you: You possess deep, demonstrable expertise in the specific regulatory environment of the UAE. You have prior experience as a Deputy MLRO (DMLRO) or in a similarly senior second line of defense role within a business regulated directly by the CBUAE and/or other relevant regulators. You have proven professional experience (5+ years) in compliance roles. Experience working with Payments or E-Money Institutions, ideally in a rapidly evolving Fintech environment with a strong digital focus, is highly valued. Relevant practicing certifications such as ICA Diplomas or ACAMS certification, and/or a degree in Law or a similar field are desirable but not essential. You are a confident decision-maker with the ability to quickly assess, contextualize, and articulate risks, providing a strong, documented rationale for mitigation decisions. You possess strong interpersonal skills that enable the building of robust stakeholder relationships. You have exceptional verbal and written communication skills. You have the ability to work independently, take the initiative, and expertly manage and prioritize conflicting demands. Bring all of you to work We create the conditions for high performers to thrive - through real ownership, fewer blockers, and work that makes a difference from day one.Here, you'll move fast, take on meaningful challenges, and be recognized for the impact you deliver. It's a place where ambition gets met with opportunity - and where your growth is in your hands.We work as one team, and we back each other to succeed. So whatever your background or identity, if you're ready to grow and make a difference, you'll be right at home here.It's important we set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. Life at We understand that work is just one part of your life. 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