Financial Crimes Risk Director, Dubai

Job Summary: Our Local Programs and Regulatory Compliance team ensures adherence to local laws and regulations in countries of operation. A position as the Director of Financial Crime Risk is open at [Crypto.com] to a strategic leader experienced in compliance with global financial crime regulations and industry standards. This role involves crafting and managing the company's financial crime risk framework to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and other illicit financial activities. Reporting to the Global Head of Financial Crime, the successful candidate will collaborate with senior management, regulators, and internal stakeholders to maintain the firm's integrity and reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate various risk assessments, audits, and regulatory examinations to ensure consistent risk identification and resolution.
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments to evaluate financial crime exposure and suggest enhancements.
• Define and implement the financial crime risk strategy in alignment with overall business objectives.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial crime risks across all business aspects.
• Support in organizing and maintaining the AML Oversight Committee (AMLOC).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and relevant professional certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in financial crime risk management with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in global AML/CTF regulations, sanctions frameworks, fraud prevention, and financial crime typologies.
• Preferably, experience in cryptocurrency.
• Proven ability to lead, influence stakeholders, and drive organizational change.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and proficiency in leveraging data and technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Life at Crypto.com:

• Cultivate big thinking and explore new opportunities in a supportive team.
• Encourage innovative solutions in a proactive environment.
• Promote personal and professional growth through skill development.
• Collaborative work culture focused on mutual support.
• Engage stakeholders to achieve the common goal of integrating cryptocurrency into everyday transactions.
• Offer flexible work arrangements and career growth opportunities through an internal mobility program.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and attractive annual leave entitlements.
• Personalized benefits according to regional requirements.
• Enjoy work perks like a visa card upon joining.

About [Crypto.com]: Established in 2016, [Crypto.com] caters to over 80 million customers and is the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency platform. Committed to advancing cryptocurrency adoption through innovation, [Crypto.com] prioritizes security, privacy, and compliance to create a fairer digital ecosystem. The company values diversity and inclusion, embracing candidates from varied backgrounds to strengthen its team.

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