Head of Compliance & Risk, UAE

United Arab Emirates

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cryptocurrency, Financial Services, Blockchain TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree and have at least 5 years of experience as a Compliance Officer, with a minimum of 1 year in crypto, fintech, or virtual asset environments. Proven leadership experience in a regulated firm, ideally licensed under VARA or equivalent regimes like FCA, MAS, or FINMA, is essential. Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in Arabic is a plus, as are certifications such as CAMS, CRCM, or ICA.

Responsibilities

The Head of Compliance & Risk will act as the Principal Compliance and Risk Officer, managing the Money Laundering Reporting Officer and developing the Compliance Management System aligned with VARA regulations and global best practices. Responsibilities include overseeing regulatory reporting, serving as the contact for regulatory examinations, establishing an Enterprise Risk Management framework, leading Business Continuity Plans and Incident Response strategies, assessing emerging risks, and engaging with global regulators and industry bodies.

Skills

Compliance

Risk Management

VARA Guidelines

Regulatory Compliance

Enterprise Risk Frameworks

Money Laundering Reporting

Crypto

Blockchain

Kraken

Cryptocurrency exchange for buying and trading

About Kraken

Kraken is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade various digital assets. It offers features that cater to both beginners and experienced traders, making it easy to navigate the cryptocurrency market. Users can execute trades with high liquidity, which means their transactions are completed quickly. The platform charges low transaction fees, sometimes as low as 0%, helping users keep more of their profits. Kraken also provides advanced charting tools to help investors track their investments effectively. Security is a major focus, with multiple protective measures in place to keep user assets safe. The platform supports 70 different asset pairs and is continuously expanding its offerings. Additionally, Kraken offers 24/7 global support to assist users with any questions or issues.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$108.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries

501-1,000Employees