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RedotPay · 1 month ago

Compliance Officer (Virtual Asset)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

RedotPay is a global crypto payment fintech company headquartered in Hong Kong, focused on integrating blockchain solutions with traditional financial systems. We are seeking an accomplished Compliance Officer and MLRO to establish and lead our regulatory framework in the UAE, ensuring adherence to AML/CFT regulations and acting as a liaison with regulators.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyFinancial ServicesFinTechPayments

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of key license applications, including the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) License, Payment Token Service License, and Store Value Facility (SVF) License

Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework that fully aligns with VARA, SVF, and all applicable UAE AML/CFT regulations

Serve as the designated Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), bearing full responsibility for the effectiveness of the AML/CFT program

Oversee all aspects of financial crime prevention, including Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening

Authorize and file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) with the UAE's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU)

Serve as a primary point of contact for regulatory bodies (VARA, CBUAE), managing all examinations, reporting, and communications

Provide regular and ad-hoc reports to the Group leadership on compliance status, emerging risks, and the evolving regulatory landscape

Advise senior leadership on strategic regulatory implications and escalate material issues promptly

Conduct group-wide compliance and ML/TF risk assessments

Review all new products, services, and strategic initiatives from a compliance and risk perspective

Manage internal audits, ongoing monitoring, and investigations into potential compliance breaches

Develop and deliver comprehensive compliance training programs to foster a culture of integrity and heightened regulatory awareness across the company

Qualification

Compliance experienceUAE regulatory knowledgeMoney Laundering Reporting OfficerProfessional certificationsCommunication skillsFATFBlockchainBachelor's degree