503 Compliance Officer jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Legal & Compliance Officer based in the UAE (Abu Dhabi or Dubai) to join our team in the UAE. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, drafting and reviewing corporate and regulatory documents, and providing legal support for daily business activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compliance, corporate law, and regulatory frameworks – ideally combined with hands-on experience in the blockchain / Web3 industry, particularly in areas related to regulatory compliance, digital assets, and emerging technologies.

Mission of the Role:

To safeguard the company's operations in the UAE by ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, minimizing risks, and supporting management with expert legal guidance that enables sustainable business growth in both traditional and blockchain-driven environments.

• Minimum 4 years of legal experience with focus on compliance and corporate law.

• Previous in-house experience in IT, blockchain/ Web3 sectors.

• Strong knowledge of UAE jurisdiction, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks.

• Experience in advising on compliance documents and regulatory filings.

• Familiarity with crypto-related regulatory landscape, AML/KYC obligations, and data protection standards.

• Fluent in English.

• Abu Dhabi or Dubai location, ability to visit the Abu Dhabi office on a regular basis.

• Legal Expertise: Strong knowledge of UAE corporate, commercial, and labor laws, as well as ADGM law.

• Compliance Knowledge: Proven ability to interpret and implement regulatory requirements, including those applicable to blockchain and digital assets.

• Contract Management: Skilled in drafting and reviewing various agreements, including technology and token-related contracts.

• Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks in both traditional and digital business models.

• Advisory Skills: Experience providing practical legal advice to management and stakeholders.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.

• Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all matters.

• Legal or compliance certifications (LLM, ICSA, etc.).
• Experience interacting with regulators or legal advisors in fintech or digital asset projects.

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and corporate documents.

• Ensure full compliance with UAE laws, regulations, and industry-specific requirements, including ADGM law.

• Advise management on blockchain, digital asset, and Web3 regulatory developments and their impact on business operations.

• Maintain and update compliance policies, procedures, and internal guidelines.

• Handle corporate governance matters, including documentation and filings.

• Liaise with external legal advisors, regulators, and government authorities when necessary.

• Support internal teams with legal training and compliance awareness, including Web3 and crypto compliance standards.

Why IdeaSoft

Competitive compensation

Social package (24 working days of annual leave and 5 paid sick days)

Flexible working hours

Challenging projects in diverse business domains and a variety of tech stacks

Personal development and professional growth opportunities

Work with talented, ambitious and family-feel team

Educational possibilities: corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and in-house English classes

Compensation for your professional certification & support for your learning activities

Opportunity to choose IT equipment you like

Corporate social responsibility

Tamara Mitiagina

Head of Talent Acquisition

Job Title: Legal & Compliance Officer MiCA Licensing

Location: UAE or Europe

Department: Legal & Compliance

About the Role

We are seeking a Legal & Compliance Officer to support our company's expansion into the European Union under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with end-to-end license applications and regulatory coordination across selected EU jurisdictions.This position can be based either in Dubai or in Europe, depending on the candidates background and availability. Close collaboration with internal stakeholders, legal advisors, and local regulators is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the full lifecycle of MiCA license applications, including project coordination, documentation drafting, and regulatory engagement
• Prepare internal materials such as business plans, AML/CFT frameworks, governance structures, and compliance policies aligned with MiCA requirements
• Liaise with EU legal and compliance advisors to support timely and accurate submissions
• Research and compare different EU jurisdictions (e.g. Malta, Cyprus) to support optimal licensing strategy
• Track regulatory updates under MiCA and ensure company alignment with supervisory expectations
• Assist in preparing responses to regulators and coordinating potential inspections or interviews

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Compliance, or related field
• 13 years of legal or regulatory compliance experience in the crypto, fintech, or financial services industry
• Experience with financial license applications in Malta, Cyprus, or similar jurisdictions is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with EU regulations, especially MiCA, AMLD, or MiFID II frameworks
• Strong coordination, legal drafting, and communication skills
• Fluent in English; knowledge of local regulatory environment in any EU member state is a plus
• Willingness to work cross-border and coordinate across time zones
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace / Lark

What We Offer

• Strategic exposure to MiCA regulatory implementation across multiple EU jurisdictions
• Opportunity to contribute to a global expansion project for a regulated crypto platform
• Flexible work location: based in Dubai or a relevant EU jurisdiction
• Competitive compensation, international team culture, and professional growth
• Only shortlisted candidates will be accommodated.

Joining Mirabaud means entering an entrepreneurial and innovative environment. With the 7th generation of the Mirabaud family working within the bank, the culture is that of a family business. With over 750 employees based in 10 countries worldwide, Mirabaud offers opportunities to develop one’s career across an international network of 16 offices.

Job Description

• Verification, independently and autonomously, that Mirabaud (Middle East) Limited (MMEL) has all necessary internal processes and procedures that meet the objective of preventing violation of the anti-financial crime, counter-terrorist financing, sanctions, tax, and other financial crime prevention regulations which apply to MMEL and its business activities.
• Identifying financial crime risk management rules and regulations on an ongoing basis and assessing applicability to MMEL.
• Measuring and evaluating the impact of rules and regulations relating to financial crime risk management on internal processes and procedures and taking appropriate action based on relevant outcomes.
• Ensuring that internal Anti-Financial Crime Risk management policies and procedures are complied with.
• Proposing organizational and procedural modifications (when necessary) and ensuring implementation and verifying the effectiveness of the organizational changes recommended for financial crime risk mitigation purposes.
• Providing advice and guidance on due diligence on new and existing clients and counterparties as part of the client onboarding, transaction evaluation, and execution activities of MMEL including but not limited to financial crime and reputational risks.
• Providing advice and assistance to senior management and other structures of MMEL in the areas of financial crime risk management.
• Providing advice and assistance on all matters of significance from an anti-financial crime risk management perspective.
• Ensuring compliance by MMEL with local laws and regulations in force concerning anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing and the handling of sanctions and embargoes and arranging, in accordance with the competent corporate units, appropriate initiatives with regard to any identified gaps/issues.
• Coordinating and implementing an anti-financial crime risk management training program for MMEL.
• Assisting management with developing and maintaining an effective anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing compliance culture.
• Conducting and coordinating the performance of payment screening and transaction monitoring activities.
• Reviewing and approving MMEL payment activities including domestic and cross-border fund transfers.
• Conducting and coordinating the performance of sanctions screening on legal entities, related representatives, and ultimate beneficial owners as well as parties involved in client or counterparty transactions.
• Managing investigations for potential suspicious activities and transactions and issuing reports relating to outcomes.
• Managing engagement with internal audit in relation to financial crime risk management and overseeing the implementation of remedial actions relating to such audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Management, or Legal.
• 5-10 years' experience in Wealth Management, Banking, Private Banking, or Fiduciary.
• Impeccable communication and presentation skills, both verbal and in writing in English; any other language is an asset.
• Ability to think ahead (foresee potential risks and problems), ambition paired with patience, humility, and good listening skills, solutions curator, confident in taking responsibility, using initiative and being innovative, proactive, self-motivated, intellectually curious, team spirit, service-oriented, and helpful.

Additional Information

• Family-friendly and dynamic environment.
• Direct impact on the business, no matter your position or seniority.
• Work in an environment that encourages autonomy and entrepreneurship.
• Flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
• Variety of cultural and sporting activities during your free time.
• Inclusion and equal treatment.
• Various employee benefits & family-friendly benefits.

Notes:

• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Many thanks for your understanding.
• We will not accept any CVs from agencies.

Hex Trust, established in 2018, offers fully regulated institutional digital asset Custody, Staking, and Market services to builders, investors, and service providers. Drawing on the expertise of veteran banking technologists and award-winning financial services leaders, Hex Trust continues to innovate with its proprietary institutional-grade platform, providing secure and integrated solutions. Hex Trust maintains licensing and certifications that ensure 24/7 global coverage across Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai, France, and Italy. This dedication is reflected in our significant growth, with offices in major markets across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

About the Job

The Compliance Officer will be the person responsible in the management of the daily activities of the Compliance department and maintenance of the company's compliance and AML program in Dubai, with direct reporting to the Head of Legal and Compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct AML/CFT review, analysis and risk monitoring on accounts and transaction flows
• Advise the business stakeholders on the existing and ongoing compliance obligations with respect to regulatory standards and expectations
• Work closely with the Head of Legal and Compliance and the other Compliance Officers in the group to develop and enhance the existing governance on AML, including new policies and procedures, process enhancement, etc.
• Work with the Business to develop compliance procedures and controls, and provide commercially-orientated compliance advice
• Carry out awareness briefing and staff training on regulatory requirements, company policies and procedures
• Implement and review compliance policies, procedures and practices
• Lead and contribute to various compliance related projects, including liaising with the technical development team to further enhance the company's systems and AML/KYC related systems
• Maintain regulatory registers, and make necessary filings with the Regulator as required
• Direct reporting to the Head of Legal & Compliance and indirect reporting to the Managing Director MENA
• Liaise with Regulators and law enforcement agencies in relation to any requests received and filing of STR

• Bachelor's Degree in Law, Accounting, Business, Finance degree
• Compliance Professional Designation a must (e.g., ICA, CAMS certification)
• 7 to 10 years of relevant Compliance experience in a financial institution or regulated entity
• Native English speaker or bilingual
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize without close supervision
• Self-motivated, meticulous, analytical and strong organization skills
• Good understanding of the business dynamics of a financial institution, strong knowledge of crypto and NFT
• Proficient use of Google products (especially, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Ability to think critically, work on several concurrent matters, have an analytical mindset and pay keen attention to details.
• Experience in digital assets AML tools (e.g. Chinalysis, Eliptics, Confirm) is a definitely an advantage

As one of the leading Web3 innovators, Hex Trust offers a front-row seat in the ever-changing blockchain & crypto industry. We genuinely believe that people are our greatest asset, and invest heavily so they're best prepared to support our mission to unlock ownership in decentralized markets You will be joining a company that is always committed to creating a supportive & inclusive environment that promotes personal and professional growth that furthers your success and drives innovation, collaboration, and passion in the blockchain space.

At Hex Trust, we are proud of our H.E.X. culture:

• Heart
• Empowerment
• Xcellence

Join us at Hex Trust and not only can you look forward to working with blockchain professionals to build the decentralized future, but also:

• Competitive Salaries & Bonuses
• Generous Amounts of Paid Time Off (incl. leave for Birthdays, Work Anniversary, and Mental Health etc.)
• Access to Corporate Discounts and exclusive Employer Perks
• Medical & Retirement Plans
• Professional Learning and Development Opportunities
• Elevate your work using cutting-edge technology
• Fun & friendly office spaces in Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai and Vietnam
• Regular company & social events

Hex Trust is an equal-opportunity employer devoted to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

Daman Investments are currently recruiting for a seasoned Compliance Officer to join their team in Dubai.

Overview

The Compliance Officer assists the organisation manage risks and avoid liability by ensuring business operations are performed in compliance with all laws and regulations. This job develops company policies, creating metrics to help track compliance and performs compliance audits. Furthermore, the job role conducts enforcement services to ensure adherence to set improvement and internal company policies, regulations, and procedures in line with the law and regulations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Create compliance policies and protocols on behalf of the organisation.
• Determine compliance metrics and establish a system for tracking them.
• Sign off on any marketing and advertising collateral to ensure it is compliance.
• Remain up to date on all regulations and laws related to the organisation and update policies accordingly.
• Perform compliance audits to determine whether establish protocols are being followed and where they can be improved.
• Maintain up to date written documentation and policies related to the organisation's business activities.
• Create compliance resource library for staff members to reference when they have questions.
• Create sound internal controls and monitor adherence to them.
• Draft and revise company policies.
• Evaluate business activities to assess compliance risk.
• Collaborate with external auditors and other stakeholders when needed.
• Set plans to manage a crisis or compliance violation.
• Educate and train employees on regulations and industry practices.
• Address employee concerns or questions on legal compliance.
• Keep abreast of internal standards and business goals.
• Monitor all operational processes or procedures using a compliance management system to ensure that the company adheres to all legal regulations and ethical standards.
• Manage the way information flows by researching, recording, and assessing data and information and conducting compliance risk assessment.
• Train and educate other employees so that they are updated on any legal change to compliance guidelines.
• Resolve the company's concerns about legal compliance.
• Participate in seminars conferences, and workshops to improve job knowledge.
• Perform various general administrative duties such as file creation and maintenance of ongoing administrative projects.
• Collaborate with other departments to create a culture of compliance.
• Uphold company values throughout business practices and use sound judgment in decision making.
• Any other additional duties as may be required by management based on needs of the business.

Position Requirements

• A minimum of 5+ years in related field.
• Full and practical knowledge of the regulations and policies of the UAE Securities and Communities (SCA is fundamental).
• Authority and the UAE related laws.
• Proven experience in risk management or compliance roles.
• Proven knowledge of industry best practices and cross-border transactions.
• Experience and published research with fixed income, equity, and currency markets.

Educational Qualifications

• Relevant bachelor's degree in related field.

Attributes

• Knowledge of legal requirements and controls.
• Investigating and analysing data skills.
• Expert in credit risk strategies.
• Able to integrate new data resources.
• Risk management capability.
• Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Integrity and professional ethics.
• Business acumen.
• Teamwork skills.
• Mindfulness

Our office in Dubai is currently looking for a Compliance Officer with experience in compliance, finance or legal business.

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring that the Company's activities in the UAE are in adherence with all applicable laws, rules and regulations to the Company

Main Responsibilities

• Assists in developing and maintaining the Company's Compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitors and ensures day-to-day compliance with the Company's own internal Compliance policies and procedures and the applicable laws/regulations.
• Reports on the effectiveness of the licensee's AML/CFT controls, for consideration by senior management.
• Works with the Human Resources Department and other department as appropriate to develop an effective and adequate arrangement for staff awareness and training on AML/CFT matters.
• Acts as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance Issues/concerns within the Company are being appropriately evaluated, investigated and resolved.
• Actively participates in developing, initiating, maintaining, and revising policies and procedures for the general operation of the compliance program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.
• Actively participates in developing and periodically reviewing and updating standards of compliance conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance in providing guidance to management and employees.
• Collaborates with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution.

Education Degree

• Bachelor's Degree.

Job Purpose:

To provide support to the Compliance Team Leader and Head MIS, Admin and Compliance in the compliance of all ESF/ESFA funded learning through the implementation and use of internal and prime-based systems.

The Role Profile:

The role will involve working independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues to make contributions to the development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of ELA Training Service's compliance function.

The Compliance Officer is expected to deliver their responsibilities efficiently and with integrity – showing a positive and professional attitude. The role involves demonstrating effective communication skills (both written and verbal) while adopting a pro-active approach to ensure tasks are completed on time, as required, and ensuring that any issues are addressed or escalated as and when they arise.

The role requires an understanding of the need to maintain accurate data which remains full, complete and current at all times and the importance of this being achieved.

Key Skill requirements:

· Effective communication; verbal, written, interpersonal

· Task and time management

· IT proficiency in Microsoft programmes, MIS systems and E-portfolios

· Ability to prioritise to meet deadlines

· Experience in a compliance or senior administration role

· Analytical and attention to detail

· Problem-solving

· Experience of OFSTED inspections and/or PFA audits (ideal)

· Strong background in funding compliance in the FE sector (ideal)

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

· Preparation of new learner/employer starter packs across all contracts

· Verification and monitoring of start paperwork against audit check lists and ESFA Apprenticeship rules

· Maintain accurate records (paper-based and online) across a range of systems

· Reporting on any compliance actions

· Preparation and submission of funding paperwork to Prime Contractor

· Support with Awarding Body administration where required

· Verification and monitoring of learner contact, session and progress review documentation across all contracts

· Undertaking monthly audits which includes starts, leavers and on programme evidence

· Monitoring and processing of Apprenticeship and AEB completions

· Play a key role in the implementation of new systems and creating clear processes and/or SOPs

· Supporting with External Quality Assurance visits

· Administration of completions, claiming and administration of certificates against correct qualification aims subject to Lead IQA approval

· Support the Administration and Compliance teams to create new processes to improve compliance

· To ensure all Apprenticeship OTJ hours are tracked accurately

· Support the Compliance and Administration team with any work related to audits and/or inspections

· Report any issues with compliance and/or performance to line management

· Keep abreast of funding changes with regards to Apprenticeships and AEB

· Administration of progression outcomes and evidence to Primes

· Support with the administration of learner and employer surveys

· Assist with all aspects of stakeholder visits to office premises, as requested

· To support the main administrative and compliance requirements in the absence of the Administration and Compliance Managers as and when required

· Support Head of MIS with additional compliance responsibilities ie. PDSATS

· Updating MIS and E-portfolios as necessary

· To support with additional administration and compliance tasks as and when required by Senior Leaders i.e. Head of MIS, Admin and Compliance

· Undertake regular data cleansing across systems and documentation

· Tracking and reporting on all learner support funding evidence and delivery

· Exam invigilation where necessary.

Additional Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

1. Adhoc administrative or compliance duties as requested by senior management

2. Minute taking for any of the Senior Management/Leadership team

3. Attend online or face to face conferences as an ELA representative.

4. Participate in compliance mailbox management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED4, AED5,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Administration: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Sponsor visa (spouse/father) (Required)

Job Description
About ENBD
Emirates NBD is a market leader across the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region with a presence in 13 countries, serving over 9 million customers. Emirates NBD is the leading financial services brand in the UAE with a Brand value of approximately USD 4 billion. We serve our customers and help them realise their financial objectives through a range of banking products and services including retail banking, corporate & institutional banking, Islamic banking, investment banking, private banking, asset management, global markets and treasury, and brokerage operations. We are a key participant in the global digital banking industry, with 97% of all financial transactions and requests conducted outside of our branches.

In line with the UAE Government's strategy in empowering and developing nationals, Emirates NBD is committed to welcoming the young generation into an innovative, modern and supportive work environment to contribute to the nation's success. We are looking to find the best UAEN talent to join our ENBD family.

Job Overview:
As a Compliance Officer at Emirates NBD, your role is to support the Regulatory Compliance Unit to set out and advise on the relevant regulatory requirements and expectations that the Bank must comply with and to provide regulatory and process related guidance pertaining to NPPAs to the respective business units as and when required; maintain the repository of regulatory notices, and advisory tracker.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update Regulatory Advisory tracker.
• Provide timely reviews and advice on regulatory compliance related matters in consultation with Manager/ Senior Manager Regulatory Advisory.
• Revert to respective business with regards to regulatory concerns/ queries.
• Raise any concerns or observations to the Manager - Regulatory Compliance to escalate proactive decision making at a senior level.
• Provide English translation for documents received in Arabic from the regulators.
• Timely dissemination of all regulatory comms within a 24-hour TAT
• Manage the NPPA Tracker
• Take initiative to highlight potential concerns, whilst suggesting potential solutions.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree
• At least 2-3 years in a compliance / advisory role
• Previous experience in banking/regulatory environment
• Good understanding of CBUAE & SCA Regulations
• Strong understanding of Banking and related products.
• Problem Solving.
• Good written and oral skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels of management

The Compliance Department at Millennium serves to adopt, implement, and carry out a Compliance program, including policies and procedures, processes, systems, controls, surveillance, testing and reporting, which is designed to prevent or detect violations of applicable laws, rules and regulatory requirements and Firm policies. We are currently seeking a Compliance Officer to join our DIFC office.

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide on desk Compliance coverage for trading teams
• Timely and accurate investigation and disposition of market abuse and communications surveillance alerts and reports
• Identification and escalation of potentially suspicious order, trade and communications activity.
• Conducting ad hoc reviews and analysis of activity to identify potentially suspicious activity and/or patterns or repeated activity
• Monitor and analyse the impact of compliance and regulatory developments in the UAE, including the DIFC
• Assist in alert calibration testing for new and existing alert types, ensuring any proposed changes/enhancements to alerts are delivered as expected. These should be aligned with UAE rules, regulations and laws.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Firm's compliance program
• Assist in the administration and review of compliance certifications, which may include sensitive information relating to conduct
• Assist in improving the accuracy and efficiency of Compliance processes
• Assist in maintenance of procedure manuals as and when required
• Conduct KYC on client files as needed
• Assist in the preparation of compliance trade reports and presentations for management
• Provide support for regulatory examinations, internal investigations, regulatory inquiries, and internal and external audits and inspections
• Assist in preparation and maintenance of compliance training
• Schedule and maintain Compliance logs and materials
• Participate in working groups and other projects as needed
• Keep current on recent compliance and regulatory issues, trends, and upcoming developments, including obtaining and making appropriate use of any findings, recommendations, guidance, directives, resolutions, sanctions, notices or other conclusions issued by the UAE government, any UAE government department, the FIU and any UAE enforcement agency, the Financial Action Task Force, the DFSA and the United Nations Security Council

Qualifications/Skills Required

• Experience at a regulatory authority or in the Compliance department of a financial services company
• Strong knowledge of trading in a variety of asset classes, including commodities
• Demonstrable experience working with trade and communication surveillance systems and alerts and investigating associated conduct issues
• Must be able to quickly grasp an understanding of alert triggers and trading behaviour
• Must be able to prioritize in a fast moving, high pressure, constantly changing environment, and high sense of urgency
• Ideally have experience in compliance monitoring
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy essential as well as organization skills
• Strong communication skills and outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with poise and confidence to interact with internal clients at all levels
• Good team player with a strong willingness to participate and help others in the Compliance team