MLRO / Compliance Officer – ADGM Corporate Services

About the role

Heritage Corporate Services Limited is seeking a dedicated Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) / Compliance Officer to join its corporate services team operating within the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The role is full‑time with flexible working options and focuses on building and maintaining a robust compliance framework for the firm’s corporate clients.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain AML and compliance programmes in line with ADGM regulations.
• Monitor transactions and conduct risk assessments to detect and prevent financial crime.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to ADGM authorities and other relevant bodies.
• Provide guidance to internal teams on compliance matters and ensure policies remain up‑to‑date.
• Lead investigations into suspicious activities and coordinate with external regulators as required.

Required profile

• Proven experience in compliance management, preferably within a corporate service provider or financial regulatory environment.
• Strong understanding of ADGM compliance frameworks and international AML standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CAMS or equivalent is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, communication and leadership abilities.

Required skills

• Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) monitoring and reporting.
• Regulatory compliance implementation.
• Risk assessment and mitigation.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work within a leading corporate services firm in a dynamic financial hub.