Head of Compliance
Job Overview
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Date PostedJune 10, 2026
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Location
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Expiration dateSeptember 10, 2026
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Head of Compliance
Job Description: The Head of Compliance will build and lead Thunes’ UAE compliance function — ensuring regulatory compliance with CBUAE, CBUAE PSP regulations, and international AML/CFT standards across Thunes’ Dubai-licensed cross-border payment operations.
Responsibilities:*
- Lead Thunes’ UAE compliance function — owning regulatory compliance, AML/CFT programmes, and governance frameworks
- Act as the primary regulatory interface with the Central Bank of the UAE — managing supervisory relationships, compliance reporting, and regulatory engagement
- Design and implement AML/CFT frameworks including customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and SAR/STR processes
- Ensure Thunes’ UAE entity complies with all applicable CBUAE requirements for licensed payment service providers
- Partner with global Thunes Compliance leadership to align UAE compliance with global standards and group policies
- Lead compliance monitoring, testing, and audit support functions for the UAE entity
- Manage regulatory change — implementing new CBUAE requirements across Thunes’ UAE operations
- Provide compliance training and advisory to UAE business and operations teams
Qualifications Needed:
- Significant experience in a senior compliance or MLRO role within a regulated payments company, fintech, or financial services firm
- Deep knowledge of CBUAE regulatory frameworks for payment service providers
- Proven AML/CFT programme design and management experience
- Experience engaging with CBUAE on regulatory matters and supervisory reviews
- ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent compliance qualifications preferred
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
What the Company Offers:
- Compliance leadership role at a global cross-border payments network processing $25B+ annually in 130+ countries
- UAE compliance ownership with direct CBUAE engagement mandate
- International team across Singapore, London, Dubai, and 10+ global offices
- Competitive compensation and professional development in a fast-growing global payments company
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