Title: Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) Location: Dubai

About the RoleA high growth fintech platform is seeking an experienced MLRO to build and lead its Financial Crime Compliance framework in Dubai. This is a senior, high impact role responsible for establishing governance, engaging regulators, and embedding a strong FCC culture across a fast-scaling fintech business.

Key ResponsibilitiesEstablish and lead the Financial Crime Compliance framework across AML, CTF, sanctions, and fraudAct as primary point of contact with regulators, managing licensing, reporting, examinations, and inspectionsImplement a risk-based CFCC program aligned to regulatory and group standardsOversee suspicious activity investigations and regulatory reporting obligationsDevelop and maintain FCC policies, procedures, and governance structuresAdvise and challenge the business on FCC risks, controls, and risk appetiteReport to senior management and the Board on FCC risks, issues, and program effectiveness

Key Requirements10+ years’ experience across financial crime, AML, compliance, or regulatory risk rolesProven MLRO experience within fintech or digital financial servicesStrong knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks and international AML/CTF standardsDemonstrated experience building FCC frameworks, controls, and governance from the ground upBackground managing regulatory engagement, examinations, and ongoing supervisionAbility to lead investigations and oversee SAR reporting and escalation processesStrong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge the business