Flowdesk's mission is to build a global financial institution for digital assets, one designed from the ground up for market integrity and efficiency.

To achieve this in a rapidly evolving market, we apply a disciplined, first-principles approach to everything we do. This approach is embedded in the Group’s core services, from institutional liquidity provision, trading solutions, OTC execution to our comprehensive treasury management offerings. This is how we cut through the noise and build robust and scalable systems across all our business lines.

We seek individuals who are driven by this systematic approach. Joining Flowdesk means you will be a key contributor in building and scaling a more transparent and efficient financial markets infrastructure.

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The Compliance Officer & MLRO will act as the leading regulatory compliance expert for Flowdesk Markets' Dubai operations, ensuring strict adherence to VARA regulations and UAE Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT) requirements. This senior role encompasses both strategic compliance leadership and direct operational responsibility, with a direct reporting line to the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Establish and maintain a compliance framework aligned with VARA requirements.
• Act as primary contact with regulators, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Oversee VASP license compliance and conduct regular risk assessments.
• Ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting to VARA, including transaction reports, incident reports, and periodic returns.
  

MLRO Duties

• Serve as the designated MLRO under UAE AML/CFT legislation.
• Lead AML/CTF programs, including STR filing with the UAE FIU.
• Implement CDD/EDD processes, transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening.
  

Governance & Oversight

• Report regularly to the Board on compliance, risks, and regulatory updates.
• Advise on regulatory strategy and escalate any material issues.
• Manage compliance monitoring, testing, and audit programs
  

Operations & Risk Management

• Contribute to the review of new products/services from a compliance perspective.
• Manage monitoring, audits, and investigations of potential breaches.
• Maintain compliance registers, incident logs, and breach records
  

Culture & Training

• Develop and deliver compliance training for employees.
• Promote a culture of integrity and regulatory awareness.

Requirements

What you'll need to bring

• Education Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certifications Professional compliance qualifications such as the ICA Diploma in Compliance, CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), or equivalent are a strong plus.
• Experience At least 8 years in compliance within financial services, with proven MLRO responsibilities including AML/CFT program management, regulatory inspections, and Board-level reporting.
• Regulatory knowledge In-depth understanding of UAE regulatory frameworks, particularly VARA regulations, Virtual Asset Service Provider requirements, and UAE AML/CFT legislation (Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2018 and Cabinet Resolution No. 10 of 2019).
• Global standards Familiarity with FATF Recommendations, international crypto compliance guidance, and practical knowledge of blockchain, digital assets, and cryptocurrency trading operations.
• Skills Strong regulatory judgment, ability to interpret complex regulations, and excellent written and verbal communication in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Attributes Proactive, self-motivated, high ethical standards, and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Work style Able to operate independently, manage senior stakeholders, and adapt effectively to a fast-paced, evolving regulatory environment.

The successful candidate must

• Pass VARA's fitness and propriety assessment for key personnel.
• Obtain regulatory approval to act as Compliance Officer and MLRO.
• Maintain a clean regulatory and criminal record.
• Be eligible to work in the UAE..
• Meet VARA's minimum competency requirements for compliance personnel.

Benefits

• International environment (English is the main language)
• 100% health coverage
• Team events and offsites

Are you interested in this job but feel you haven't ticked all the boxes? Don't hesitate to apply and tell us in the cover letter section why we should meet!

Here's what you can expect if you apply

1. HR Call with our Tech Talent Acquisition (30’)
2. Technical Meeting on-site with our Chief Risk Officer (45’)
3. Technical Interview online with our Head of Compliance (45’)
4. Technical Interview online with the Chief of Staff to the COO (45’)
5. Wrap up interview with our HR (45’)
   

On the agenda, discussions rather than trick questions! These moments of exchange will allow you to understand how Flowdesk works and its values. But they are also (and above all) an opportunity for you to present your career path and your expectations for your next job!