We are seeking an experienced MLRO/Deputy MLRO to lead the company’s AML/CTF/PF framework across its UAE operations in Dubai. This senior role will oversee regulatory compliance for payment services and digital-asset activities, maintain effective relationships with UAE regulators, and provide strategic guidance to the Board and senior leadership on financial crime risks. The ideal candidate will bring strong UAE regulatory expertise, proven compliance experience, and preferably a background in the cryptocurrency or broader digital-assets industry. Responsibilities Acts as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)/ Deputy MLRO for the UAE operations. Facilitates the development and maintenance of an appropriate compliance culture within the Company in UAE. Ensures robust policies and controls are in place and in line with AML/CTF/PF regulatory requirements in UAE. Developing and managing the business wide risk assessment, providing regulatory updates to the Board on the state of the AML Programs and material changes to mitigate the risks in UAE and escalates any significant risks as soon as appropriate. Monitors, reviews, and communicates to all relevant stakeholders any significant regulatory developments within the business environment in the UAE, actively developing technical knowledge in relation to the regulatory framework governing VASP and SVF licence in the UAE. Maintains relationships with regulators such as the Central Bank of UAE, VARA and other relevant authorities in the UAE. Oversees the effective implementation of internal financial crime compliance policies and procedures for both payment services and crypto asset related business activities. Responsible for AML/CTF/PF training to the company’s employees, board members and relevant stakeholders, particularly those related to VASP and SVF licences.&nbs
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About Us Tamara is a leading fintech platform in Saudi Arabia and the GCC region with a mission to help people own their dreams built on being simple, trusted, and everywhere our customers need us. Today, more than 25 million customers and over 130,000 partner merchants depend on Tamara every day for reliable financial solutions across retail, travel, education, healthcare, and beyond. Tamara is backed by Sanabil Investments, a wholly owned company of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), and SNB Capital, among others. operating out of its headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with other regional and global support offices. Your Role: As our Financial Reporting specialist, you're the maestro behind our financial harmony. Your mission is to nail the accuracy, transparency, and compliance of our financial reporting, crafting financial reports and disclosures in compliance with international acc
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Your expertise: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; ACCA or equivalent certificate is a benefit; 5-7 years of experience in financial reporting, preferably in the financial industry
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Tamara
Tamara is the leading fintech platform in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region with a mission to help people make their dreams come true by building the most customer-centric financial super-app on earth. The company serves millions of users in the region and partners with leading global and regional brands such as SHEIN, Jarir, noon, IKEA and Amazon, as well as small and medium businesses. Tamara is Saudi Arabia’s first fintech unicorn and is backed by Sanabil Investments, a wholly owned company by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), SNB Capital, Checkout.com, amongst others. The company operates from its headquarters in Riyadh, with additional regional and global support offices.
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