Compliance, AML and Risk Officer

About the role

XM is looking for an experienced, strategic and proactive Compliance, AML and Risk Officer to join its team in Dubai. The role plays a key part in building the company's compliance and risk framework, supporting regulatory readiness and providing independent oversight to the Board and senior management.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and administer the Compliance Management System, including compliance, AML/CFT and risk policies, procedures, controls and monitoring arrangements.
• Monitor compliance with VARA, AML/CFT, consumer protection and other requirements, identify emerging risks, weaknesses and breaches and ensure corrective action.
• Conduct AML/CFT and business risk assessments, strengthen controls and oversee the company's overall risk exposure.
• Monitor and report suspicious transactions, including anonymity-enhanced ones and those involving certain clients, as required.
• Prepare consolidated reports for the Board on compliance activities, audits, AML/CFT effectiveness, risk exposures, material findings, non-compliance and remediation progress.
• Maintain accurate records so reports and supporting documents are available to VARA and other authorities when requested.
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.
• Train and advise the Board, senior management and employees on compliance, AML/CFT and risk obligations.
• Work with Legal, Licensing, Operations, Technology and others to embed effective controls across the business.

Required profile

• Degree in Law, Business, Finance, Economics or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant compliance experience, including AML/CFT matters.
• Proven experience in financial services or online trading.
• Solid understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance principles.
• Excellent written and verbal English; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organisation, attention to detail, ability to prioritise in a fast pace, integrity and confidentiality.

Required skills

• Experience with VARA or a comparable regulator is strongly preferred.
• CAMS or equivalent qualification is an advantage.

What we offer

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Private health insurance.
• Intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Continuous personal development and international training opportunities.

The hiring process includes an intro chat with talent acquisition, a first interview with the future team, a role-specific take-home task and a final interview. Applications are handled with strict confidentiality.