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Compliance Officer – Financial Crime – FinTech Jobs in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates at PAPEL Holding
Title: Compliance Officer – Financial Crime – FinTech
Company: PAPEL Holding
Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
At Papel Holdings, we’re not just another Fintech company. We’re on a mission to revolutionize the financial landscape. From innovative banking solutions to cutting-edge digital asset products, we’re transforming how people interact with money.
Careers at Papel suit those who want to have an impact, who are comfortable getting uncomfortable, willing to take risks and win big. We are brave, laser-focused and have high aptitude, with a little playfulness for good measure. If you’re someone who thrives on high accountability, possesses a start-up spirit, and flair for industry-savvy solutions, you’ll fit right in.
If this resonates with you, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact and be part of something that’s changing how we interact with money and wealth.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Compliance Officer, Financial Crime to join our growing team. This role is crucial in bolstering our operational financial crime prevention efforts across the group, focusing on key areas such as customer due diligence and onboarding, transaction monitoring, screening and operational elements including list management, scenario management, and the development of robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial crime compliance and be eager to contribute to a dynamic regulatory environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team striving to grow and operate in a fast-moving start-up environment specific to the payments and cards sector, including activities involving digital assets.
Responsibilities:
Manage the processes related to onboarding of customers, risk assessment, due diligence, alert management and screening
Support the development, implementation, and refinement of financial crime detection scenarios and screening scenarios within our monitoring systems
Develop, document, and maintain comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various financial crime compliance processes across the group
Provide operational support and guidance on financial crime matters to various business units
Stay abreast of evolving financial crime regulations, industry best practices, and technological advancements
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Legal, Risk, Operations, IT) to ensure effective implementation of compliance policies and procedures
Contribute to internal training initiatives on financial crime awareness and operational procedures
Support audit and regulatory examinations by providing necessary documentation and information
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field
5+ years of experience in compliance, with a strong focus on financial crime, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and regulatory matters, preferably within the payments industry
Demonstrated understanding of financial crime typologies, regulatory requirements (e.g., AML, CTF, Sanctions), and industry best practices
Proven experience in operational aspects of compliance, including list management and process development
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex compliance concepts clearly and concisely
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment
Proactive and results-oriented with a strong commitment to ethical conduct
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desired:
Professional certification in AML (e.g., ACAMS, ICA)
Experience with financial crime monitoring systems and tools
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks specific to the Middle East and internationally (if applicable to the group’s operations)
Benefits
Competitive pay
Discretionary bonus
Comprehensive Healt…
