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MLRO / Compliance Officer at Huzzle · Abu Dhabi
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Job Description
About Huzzle
At Huzzle, we connect exceptional talent with top opportunities at leading companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include fast-growing startups, digital agencies, SaaS companies, and tech-enabled businesses across industries such as MarTech, FinTech, EdTech, and eCommerce. Unlike traditional outsourcing agencies, we place you directly with innovative companies where you become a valued member of the team.
About the company
Our client is a fast-growing cloud infrastructure provider specializing in sovereign AI and decentralized computing solutions. By offering a high-performance alternative to traditional hyperscalers, the team empowers developers and enterprises to deploy intensive workloads across a secure, global network of independent data centers. Their platform focuses on providing low-cost access to premium GPU resources and scalable storage, ensuring data sovereignty and high availability for the next generation of artificial intelligence applications.
The team operates at the intersection of edge computing and decentralized infrastructure, fostering a culture of technical innovation and rapid iteration. As a mission-driven scale-up, they are committed to democratizing access to high-compute power through a transparent, developer-centric ecosystem. Candidates will join a collaborative, remote-friendly environment where they can tackle complex engineering challenges and contribute to a more open and resilient internet infrastructure.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Compliance professional to lead our AML/CFT framework and regulatory strategy in the UAE. As the MLRO and Compliance Officer, you will serve as the backbone of our regulatory integrity, ensuring our Company Service Provider (CSP) operations within the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) remain beyond reproach. This is a high-impact role where you will act as the primary liaison with the Registration Authority (RA), protecting the firm’s reputation while enabling sustainable growth through expert risk management and robust oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Own and evolve the AML/CFT framework as a DNFBP, including the annual review of Business Risk Assessments and customer due diligence (CDD/EDD) protocols.
Manage comprehensive sanctions and PEP screening (UN, OFAC, EU, UAE) and oversee ongoing transaction monitoring for the firm and all administered entities.
Act as the designated reporting officer, filing Suspicious Activity/Transaction Reports (SARs/STRs) with the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (goAML) and maintaining meticulous records.
Oversee all CSP license conditions, including client money handling, UBO filings, and the two-business-day record retrieval mandate.
Execute the compliance monitoring programme and manage all regulatory notifications, annual returns, and staff certifications.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the ADGM Registration Authority, managing correspondence and ensuring constant readiness for RA assessments.
Provide expert advice to the Board and senior management on evolving regulatory requirements and escalate potential breaches immediately.
A minimum of five (5) years of direct AML and compliance experience, specifically within the UAE or a similar international financial center.
Deep technical knowledge of ADGM regulations and the UAE federal AML/CFT legal framework.
Confirmed eligibility to meet "Fit and Proper" status under ADGM / RA standards.
Recognized professional AML or Compliance qualifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA).
Proven experience in transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, and filing via the UAE FIU portal.
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage strict regulatory deadlines.
Nice-to-Haves
- Previous experience managing dual-regulated entities (FSRA and CSP).
- Existing relationships or a track record of successful engagements with the ADGM Registration Authority.
- Experience in delivering high-impact AML training sessions to diverse internal teams.
💰 Competitive salary and compensation package
📍 Prime working location in the UAE
🚀 High-impact leadership role within a respected firm
📈 Long-term career stability and professional development
🎯 Performance-based incentives and professional recognition