About Us: PayerMax is a leading Global Payment Service Provider operating in 80+ countries. As we accelerate our strategic expansion across the Middle East, we are seeking a senior compliance leader to anchor our UAE operations. This is a high-impact role with a clear trajectory to oversee compliance frameworks for additional countries in the region as our footprint grows.
The Role: We are looking for a Buildera decisive regulatory expert to serve as our authorized MLRO and primary liaison with UAE regulators. You will not just maintain the status quo; you will design and implement a scalable compliance architecture that supports our onshore operations and future multi-country expansion.
Responsibilities
- Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary interface with the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). Manage the company's regulatory roadmap, licensing maintenance, and supervisory examinations.
- Statutory MLRO Duties: Fulfill all statutory obligations as the designated Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), including SAR/STR filings and AML/CFT reporting.
- Partner Governance: Manage compliance reporting obligations towards our Banking Partners (Principal Members) and Card Schemes (Visa/Mastercard) to ensure continued operational stability.
- Operational Compliance: Oversee the compliance framework for our onshore Merchant Acquiring business, ensuring seamless merchant onboarding, transaction monitoring, and risk assessments.
- Regional Scalability: Design compliance policies and procedures that are future-proof and scalable, with the intent to adapt and roll them out across new MENA markets in the near future.
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Experience: 10+ years in Compliance/AML within the Payments, Fintech, or Banking sector.
- Regulator Relations: Strong, established track record of direct interaction with the CBUAE. Experience navigating complex licensing frameworks (SVF/RPSC) is highly preferred.
- Regional Outlook: Experience managing or coordinating compliance across multiple jurisdictions (GCC/MENA) is a strong advantage.
- Certification: CAMS, ICA, or equivalent professional certification is mandatory.
- Language: Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a significant advantage.
Why Join Us
- Growth: Start by owning the UAE market, with the opportunity to expand your scope to lead Compliance for the wider region.
- Impact: Build the regulatory foundation for a global fintech giant's localized operation.
- Speed: Join a fast-paced, execution-focused team where decisions are made quickly.
To Apply: Send your CV to [[Confidential Information]] with the subject line: Head of Compliance (UAE) - [Your Name]
