Compliance Manager - Crypto Exchange

Location

Dubai (On-site, full-time presence required)

Responsible for building, implementing, and maintaining the group-wide compliance framework, ensuring all crypto-related business activities fully comply with applicable regulations and industry best practices.

The role supports compliance oversight across multiple crypto-related business lines, including:

• Cryptocurrency exchange operations (exchange experience required)
• Custody services
• Wallet solutions
• White-label exchange solutions

Lead the design, implementation, continuous improvement, and maintenance of the group compliance program, including policies, procedures, and operational standards.

• AML / KYC / Transaction Monitoring
• Oversee transaction monitoring systems, conduct compliance investigations, and manage KYC/AML/anti-fraud review processes and decision-making.
• Regulatory Monitoring & Risk Management
• Track global regulatory developments, assess compliance risks, and continuously enhance internal compliance and risk control frameworks.
• Internal Controls & Compliance Culture
• Establish and maintain internal control mechanisms, design and deliver compliance training programs, and promote a strong compliance culture across the organization.
• Regulatory Reporting & Licensing Support
• Report material compliance breaches to senior management and support global licensing applications and regulatory authorization initiatives.
• Business Advisory
• Provide compliance guidance and risk assessments to business units, ensuring all operations are conducted within a compliant framework.
• Ad-hoc Responsibilities
• Perform other compliance-related tasks as assigned by the line manager.

• Minimum 5 years of compliance experience in financial services
• At least 2 years of hands‑on compliance experience in a cryptocurrency exchange (required)
• At least 2 years of experience in regulated financial institutions (required)

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Law, Compliance, or related disciplines
• Professional certifications in AML / Compliance are highly preferred

• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance best practices
• Solid experience in risk identification, regulatory analysis, policy development, and project execution
• Detail‑oriented, highly responsible, and strong execution capability