Overview
Compliance Officer – Fintech / Innovation – Dubai Jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates at Marlin Selection Recruitment
Title: Compliance Officer – Fintech / Innovation – Dubai
Company: Marlin Selection Recruitment
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Compliance Officer with DFSA regulatory experience and exposure to innovative or technology-driven environments (e.g., fintech, digital assets, regtech, or startup ecosystems).
This role will play a key part in ensuring regulatory compliance while supporting business growth and innovation within a dynamic and evolving regulatory landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Regulatory Compliance & Advisory
- Ensure adherence to DFSA rules, regulations, and guidance
- Provide day-to-day compliance advice to internal stakeholders
- Interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical business processes
- Policy & Framework Development
- Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures
- Support enhancement of compliance frameworks in line with evolving DFSA expectations
- Monitoring & Reporting
- Conduct compliance monitoring reviews and risk assessments
- Prepare internal reports and regulatory submissions where required
- Assist with DFSA audits, inspections, and ongoing supervisory interactions
- Financial Crime Compliance
- Support AML/CFT frameworks including KYC, onboarding, and transaction monitoring
- Assist with SAR reporting and financial crime risk assessments
- Innovation & Product Support
- Partner with product and technology teams to ensure compliant product design
- Advise on regulatory implications of new products, services, or business models
- Contribute to regulatory strategy in emerging areas (e.g., fintech, digital assets)
- Training & Awareness
- Deliver compliance training to staff
- Promote a strong compliance culture across the organisation
Requirements
- Experience
- 3–5 years of compliance experience within DFSA-regulated entities
- Background in fintech, innovation-driven firms, or high-growth environments preferred
- Knowledge
- Strong understanding of DFSA rulebook, AML/CFT regulations, and compliance frameworks
- Familiarity with innovation sectors (fintech, digital banking, regtech, crypto/digital assets) is highly desirable
- Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to balance regulatory requirements with commercial objectives
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments
- Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related field
- Relevant certifications (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) are advantageous
