Compliance Officer & MLRO (COMLRO)

Location: Hybrid role based in the Abu Dhabi office, United Arab Emirates

Company

hirify.global is a digital investing platform focused on democratizing access to investment products across the MENA region through technology and human-centric design.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and a risk-based compliance program.
• Conduct trade surveillance and transaction monitoring to identify regulatory and financial crime risks.
• Provide regulatory guidance to staff, the SEO, and the Board.
• Prepare and present compliance reports for the Board.
• Maintain AML policies and oversee KYC and CDD processes.
• Identify, analyze, and report suspicious transactions, including acting as the primary contact for SAR filings.

Requirements

• Experience working with FSRA or DFSA is required.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks is required.
• 4–6 years of compliance experience within a regulated industry.
• Established rapport with FSRA or DFSA.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or a related field.
• Ability to provide AML training and advisory support.

Nice to have

• FSRA- or DFSA-approved person status.
• Experience with a Category 3A licensed firm.
• Knowledge of ADGM Data Protection laws.
• Familiarity with SQL for compliance data analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven work focused on democratizing access to investing across the MENA region.
• Opportunity to support a platform serving first-time investors and users outside major capital cities.
• Work in a hybrid setup from the Abu Dhabi office.