Head of Compliance

<div><p>Edenthrope Search are seeking an experienced<b>Head of Compliance</b>to lead a compliance function based in Dubai. This role will be responsible for overseeing all regional compliance activities while supporting global initiatives. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements across both crypto and traditional banking environments.</p><p>This position requires fluency in<b>Mandarin Chinese (reading and speaking)</b>to support cross-border operations and regulatory engagement.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead and manage the compliance function in Dubai, ensuring full regulatory adherence</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain robust compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory requirements as well as international standards (AML, KYC, CTF, sanctions)</li><li>Act as the key point of contact for regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders</li><li>Monitor and interpret regulatory developments in both crypto and banking sectors</li><li>Oversee compliance risk assessments, monitoring, and reporting processes</li><li>Collaborate with global teams to align regional and international compliance strategies</li><li>Provide compliance guidance to business units, including product, operations, and partnerships</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing compliance team</li></ul><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><li>8–12+ years of experience in compliance within banking, financial services, or cryptocurrency</li><li>Proven leadership experience in a Head of Compliance or senior compliance role</li><li>Strong knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks and international compliance standards</li><li>Experience across both<b>traditional banking and crypto/digital assets</b>is essential</li><li>Fluency in<b>Mandarin Chinese (reading and speaking)</b>and English is required</li><li>Strong understanding of AML, KYC, sanctions, and financial crime compliance</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-border environment</li></ul></div>#J-18808-Ljbffr