Deputy MLRO

About the role

The Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (Deputy MLRO) will support Apex Group’s compliance and AML framework in Abu Dhabi, ensuring adherence to FSRA and ADGM regulations while safeguarding the firm’s reputation.

Key responsibilities

• Support and maintain the Compliance and AML frameworks.
• Monitor compliance with FSRA regulations, ADGM laws and internal policies.
• Identify, assess and report compliance and regulatory risks.
• Track regulatory developments and evaluate business impact.
• Maintain compliance registers, breach logs and conflict‑of‑interest records.
• Assist with regulatory filings and liaison with the FSRA.
• Develop and execute the annual Compliance Monitoring Plan.
• Conduct compliance reviews, testing and monitor remediation actions.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and the Board.
• Support AML/CFT and sanctions oversight, including client risk assessments, due‑diligence reviews and SAR/STR reporting.
• Review high‑risk client onboarding and periodic KYC reviews.
• Provide day‑to‑day regulatory advice and support DPO‑related responsibilities.
• Act as deputy to the MLRO, assess internal suspicious activity reports and maintain related records.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT regulations and sanctions screening.
• Familiarity with FSRA and ADGM regulatory requirements.
• Experience in compliance monitoring, risk assessment and regulatory reporting.
• Ability to prepare detailed compliance and board reports.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a global fund administration leader.
• Professional development in a fast‑growing compliance environment.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation and impact.