About Paymob
Paymob is a leading FinTech company revolutionizing payment solutions in the MENA region. At Paymob, we believe in enabling businesses to thrive by offering secure, innovative, and scalable tools that simplify payments for everyone.
We're proud to power millions of transactions for some of the biggest names in the region, with a team of innovators spread across Egypt, UAE, KSA and Oman.
We foster a value driven culture focused on continuous learning, empowering our people, and collaborating as one global team to create real impact.
Job Purpose
Lead the compliance function. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Mitigate AML and financial crime risks. Embed compliance into operations and support sustainable business growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Maintain and enhance the compliance framework, policies, and controls
- Manage regulatory filings, licenses, and ongoing obligations
- Act as key contact with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation
- Maintain audit-ready documentation and records.
- Develop, update, and enforce policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks
- Coordinate implementation across business functions
- Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Maintain documentation, approvals, and version controls.
- Manage complaints lifecycle from intake to resolution
- Maintain registers and prepare structured reports
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
- Handle regulatory queries and escalations.
- Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections
- Ensure accurate and timely submissions.
- Oversee AML and financial crime controls
- Review onboarding, monitoring, and operational compliance issues
- Approve business and marketing materials from a compliance perspective.
- Embed compliance across Product, Operations, Risk, and other functions
- Provide regular reporting to senior management
- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor's degree with at least 8 years of experience in regulatory compliance within a financial institution, fintech, or legal or consulting firm, or a combination thereof
- Proven experience working within a Risk and Compliance function
- Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, AML, KYC, and sanctions requirements
- Experience in audits, regulatory reporting, and compliance risk management
- Ability to design and implement compliance frameworks and controls
- Experience engaging with regulators and managing inspections
- Legal background or experience preferred
BENEFITS- Why You'll Love It Here
- At Paymob, our people are at the core of everything we do. Our culture is built around values that drive how we work, grow, and succeed together:
- · We offer competitive compensation packages and performance driven incentive programs.
- · We offer a flexible hybrid work model that supports both in office collaboration and remote productivity.
- · We invest in continuous career coaching to support your growth and long-term development.
- · We collaborate across borders, embracing diversity and shared success.
