Compliance Senior Manager - Digital Assets

Wise

Employer Active

Posted on 14 Apr

Experience

5 - 7 Years

Job Location

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Education

Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the designated Virtual Asset Compliance Officer (VACO) as required by Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), holding ultimate responsibility for the integrity and effectiveness of the compliance framework.

  • Own the relationship with VARA, serving as the point of contact for all licensing, reporting, examinations, and strategic engagement.

  • Build and maintain a robust, scalable compliance program tailored to the VARA framework.

  • Oversee the maintenance of our VARA license, monitor, interpret, and advise the business on all regulatory developments from VARA and other relevant UAE authorities.

2. Governance & Advisory

  • Localise and implement Wise s global compliance policies to ensure they are fit-for-purpose and compliant with VARA rules.

  • Develop and deliver targeted training to the Board and senior management on the VARA framework and the specific risks associated with virtual assets.

  • Report directly to the Board and senior leadership on the health of the compliance program, providing clear insights into emerging risks and the effectiveness of controls.

  • Act as the key strategic advisor to the business, providing clear and practical compliance guidance on new product development and market expansion.

3. Financial Crime Compliance

  • Design and manage the financial crime risk management framework, addressing risks specific to virtual assets such as blockchain analytics, the "Travel Rule", and counter-party VASP due diligence.

  • Own the Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR/STR) process, managing interactions with the UAE s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).

  • Establish risk-based procedures for customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD), and act as the point of escalation for high-risk customer approvals.

  • Regularly assess the money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions risks associated with our virtual asset products and services.

  • Implement systems and key risk indicators (KRIs) to track and monitor our regulatory and financial crime risks effectively.

Desired Candidate Profile

Minimum of 8 years experience in a regulatory or financial crime compliance role, OR 5 years of experience combined with a relevant professional certification (e.g., Certified Cryptoasset Financial Crime Compliance (CCFCC), Chainalysis Reactor Certification (CRC)).

  • Demonstrable, direct, hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of the virtual assets/cryptocurrency sector, including an understanding of key risks and industry best practices.
  • Profound knowledge of UAE AML/CFT regulations and the FATF Recommendations for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). Experience with the VARA framework is a significant advantage.
  • Proven ability to build and manage a compliance program, with experience in policy writing, risk assessment, and regulatory engagement.
  • A "growth mindset" you are passionate about expanding Wise's mission in a compliant, pragmatic, and solution-oriented manner.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build trust with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

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