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Our client is a leading FinTech company providing a one-stop digital payment solutions for merchants and financial institutions to accept a comprehensive suite of payment methods in emerging markets across the Middle East. As part of their growth, there is now an opportunity for a rising star to join their team as VP, MLRO.About the role: Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the VP, MLRO will be involved in the following:-Act as key person for the oversight of all activities relating to AML/CFT and sanctions matters for a Singapore entity, including the implementation of effective and sustainable controls.Actively identify and report suspicious transactions by reviewing internal disclosures and act as the main point of contact with the Singapore regulators and law enforcement agencies.Identify and mitigate potential areas of AML/CFT and sanctions gaps, and ensure expedient and appropriate responses to any matter in which money laundering, terrorism financing or sanctions breach is suspected.Monitor and assess impact of AML/CFT and sanctions regulatory developments. About you: To qualify, the potential VP, MLRO should meet the following criteria:-At least 8 years of AML experience in a payment services company or from a consulting firm.Strong knowledge about payment services and cross border payments.Excellent communicator with strong inter-personal and influencing skills.Strong stakeholder collaboration skills.

Our client is a leading digital asset trading exchange, leveraging technology at its heart of how they work and serve their customers and people. Furthermore, they are on a mission to accelerate the adoption of digital assets, underpinned by a future wherein digital assets co-exists with traditional financial instruments.The role: Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the Transaction Monitoring Manager will be involved in the following :-Design and Implement a best-in-class Transaction Monitoring program, to comply with policies and regulations.Conduct proper Transactions Monitoring through the review and analysis of client transaction and blockchain address data and cases to identify potential suspicious activities or patterns, and provide expert advice.Establish Transaction Monitoring standards through the continuous monitoring and testing of the effectivity, relevance and performance of the Transaction Monitoring program and continuously improve it.Continuously be on the lookout for & implement tools and best practices to improve Transactions Monitoring operational performance. About you: To qualify, the potential Transaction Monitoring Manager should meet the following criteria :-Strong experience in designing and implementing transaction monitoring program in a Digital Asset Exchange or FinTech.Strong knowledge about Payment Services Act and Regulations.Excellent communicator with strong inter-personal and influencing skills.Strong stakeholder collaboration skills

Our client is one of the fastest growing Digital Bank in the region which manages a wide range of portfolio globally. With their creativity and various exciting platforms, they have been ensuring that technology becomes a key enabler for their operations in order to provide a seamless customer experience.The role: Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the VP, AML Advisory & EDD will be involved in the following :-Providing expert AML Advisory and guidance within the AML Enhanced Due Diligence Team, providing strategic direction and expert guidance.Oversight of day-to-day EDD alerts/matters and monitor aging status of EDD alerts.Analyse the triggers for the event and review draft questions (RFI) for customers to address the triggers.Enhance and optimize the design and management of KYC system logics and processes, tailored to meet the needs of our evolving and diverse client base. About you: To qualify, the potential VP, AML Advisory & EDD should meet the following criteria :-At least 8 years of AML Advisory and Enhanced Due Diligence experience within banking.Team player with proactiveness and able to work independently.Excellent communicator with strong inter-personal and influencing skills.Strong stakeholder collaboration skills.

Our client is an established sovereign wealth fund. They manage a part of foreign exchange reserve and undertakes various transactions. This Legal Counsel position is newly established within the Risk Department, responsible for providing legal support to the investment and daily operation. In addition, you will assist with the company's compliance and corporate governance needs in the UAE and other regions.The role:Collaborate with legal colleague in headquarter and other overseas offices, law firms and/or corporate service provider.Review and negotiate legal documents and contacts in connection with the Company's business activities.Draft and review internal documents, including but not limited to corporate governance documents.Ensure the Company's compliance with applicable law and regulations.Conduct legal research and analysis on new laws and regulations in connection with the Company's business activities.Handle corporate and regulatory matters related to SPVs.Provide internal legal training sessions to improve the legal and compliance awareness among company employees.Manage relationships with law firms and corporate service providers. About you:Degree in Law with at least 2PQE gained at reputable law firm, financial institution or fund house preferably with expertise in corporate or financeA self-motivated team-player with the ability to work independently and with integrity.Comfortable to be the sole Counsel in the Dubai office

Our client is a leading FinTech company providing a one-stop digital payment solutions for merchants and financial institutions to accept a comprehensive suite of payment methods in emerging markets across the Middle East. As part of their growth, there is now an opportunity for a rising star to join their team as VP, MLRO.About the role: Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the VP, MLRO will be involved in the following:-Act as key person for the oversight of all activities relating to AML/CFT and sanctions matters for a Singapore entity, including the implementation of effective and sustainable controls.Actively identify and report suspicious transactions by reviewing internal disclosures and act as the main point of contact with the Singapore regulators and law enforcement agencies.Identify and mitigate potential areas of AML/CFT and sanctions gaps, and ensure expedient and appropriate responses to any matter in which money laundering, terrorism financing or sanctions breach is suspected.Monitor and assess impact of AML/CFT and sanctions regulatory developments. About you: To qualify, the potential VP, MLRO should meet the following criteria:-At least 8 years of AML experience in a payment services company or from a consulting firm.Strong knowledge about payment services and cross border payments.Excellent communicator with strong inter-personal and influencing skills.Strong stakeholder collaboration skills.

Our client is a leading digital asset trading exchange, leveraging technology at its heart of how they work and serve their customers and people. Furthermore, they are on a mission to accelerate the adoption of digital assets, underpinned by a future wherein digital assets co-exists with traditional financial instruments.The role: Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the Transaction Monitoring Manager will be involved in the following :-Design and Implement a best-in-class Transaction Monitoring program, to comply with policies and regulations.Conduct proper Transactions Monitoring through the review and analysis of client transaction and blockchain address data and cases to identify potential suspicious activities or patterns, and provide expert advice.Establish Transaction Monitoring standards through the continuous monitoring and testing of the effectivity, relevance and performance of the Transaction Monitoring program and continuously improve it.Continuously be on the lookout for & implement tools and best practices to improve Transactions Monitoring operational performance. About you: To qualify, the potential Transaction Monitoring Manager should meet the following criteria :-Strong experience in designing and implementing transaction monitoring program in a Digital Asset Exchange or FinTech.Strong knowledge about Payment Services Act and Regulations.Excellent communicator with strong inter-personal and influencing skills.Strong stakeholder collaboration skills

Our client is one of the fastest growing Digital Bank in the region which manages a wide range of portfolio globally. With their creativity and various exciting platforms, they have been ensuring that technology becomes a key enabler for their operations in order to provide a seamless customer experience.The role: Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the VP, AML Advisory & EDD will be involved in the following :-Providing expert AML Advisory and guidance within the AML Enhanced Due Diligence Team, providing strategic direction and expert guidance.Oversight of day-to-day EDD alerts/matters and monitor aging status of EDD alerts.Analyse the triggers for the event and review draft questions (RFI) for customers to address the triggers.Enhance and optimize the design and management of KYC system logics and processes, tailored to meet the needs of our evolving and diverse client base. About you: To qualify, the potential VP, AML Advisory & EDD should meet the following criteria :-At least 8 years of AML Advisory and Enhanced Due Diligence experience within banking.Team player with proactiveness and able to work independently.Excellent communicator with strong inter-personal and influencing skills.Strong stakeholder collaboration skills.

Our client is an established sovereign wealth fund. They manage a part of foreign exchange reserve and undertakes various transactions. This Legal Counsel position is newly established within the Risk Department, responsible for providing legal support to the investment and daily operation. In addition, you will assist with the company's compliance and corporate governance needs in the UAE and other regions.The role:Collaborate with legal colleague in headquarter and other overseas offices, law firms and/or corporate service provider.Review and negotiate legal documents and contacts in connection with the Company's business activities.Draft and review internal documents, including but not limited to corporate governance documents.Ensure the Company's compliance with applicable law and regulations.Conduct legal research and analysis on new laws and regulations in connection with the Company's business activities.Handle corporate and regulatory matters related to SPVs.Provide internal legal training sessions to improve the legal and compliance awareness among company employees.Manage relationships with law firms and corporate service providers. About you:Degree in Law with at least 2PQE gained at reputable law firm, financial institution or fund house preferably with expertise in corporate or financeA self-motivated team-player with the ability to work independently and with integrity.Comfortable to be the sole Counsel in the Dubai office