Deputy MLRO - ADGM

The Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (DMLRO) will support the MLRO in ensuring compliance with applicable AML/CFT and virtual asset regulatory requirements in the UAE, including relevant frameworks issued by the FSRA, with potential scope for broader regional responsibilities over time.

This role will assist in implementing and maintaining a robust AML/CFT compliance framework aligned with UAE AML laws, applicable regulatory guidance, and international standards, including FATF expectations for virtual asset businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the MLRO in implementing, maintaining, and enhancing the AML/CFT compliance framework in line with UAE AML laws and applicable regulatory guidance.
• Assist in ensuring ongoing compliance with FATF standards and virtual asset-specific regulatory expectations.
• Coordinate with free zone and federal regulators in relation to inspections, audits, regulatory reviews, and information requests.
• Support local oversight of global compliance processes and procedures, including transaction monitoring (fiat and on-chain) and market surveillance.
• Oversee day-to-day transaction monitoring alerts and investigate unusual or potentially suspicious activity.
• Draft Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) for review and submission by the MLRO to the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit via goAML.
• Support the development, calibration, and enhancement of automated monitoring systems and controls.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating AML/CFT policies, procedures, controls, and risk assessments.
• Deliver AML/CFT training and awareness sessions to staff and provide ongoing guidance on regulatory developments and compliance obligations.
• Support broader compliance initiatives and contribute to the strengthening of the firm’s financial crime compliance framework.

Requirements:

• Strong attention to detail with a highly analytical and investigative mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex compliance matters clearly to both internal and external stakeholders.
• High ethical standards, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• Proficiency in compliance tools, case management systems, and blockchain analytics / forensic platforms such as Chainalysis or Elliptic is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in compliance, AML/CFT, or regulatory affairs, preferably within financial services or related industries across the MEASA region.
• Strong familiarity with regional regulatory frameworks and regulators, including FSRA, CBUAE, SCA, and other relevant authorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating compliance risks.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.