Job Description

Job Title: Head of Compliance

Job Description: As Head of Compliance at a Sharia-compliant Buy Now, Pay Later fintech domiciled at the Qatar Financial Centre and currently in active QCB licensing, you will develop, implement, and oversee the company’s compliance framework, ensuring full alignment with Qatar Central Bank regulations, AML/CFT obligations, and data protection laws as the business scales BNPL services across Qatar and the wider MENA region.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain a compliance management system tailored to BNPL operations and fintech risks
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Qatar Central Bank and other regulatory bodies, managing filings, sandbox testing protocols, and licensing obligations
• Develop and update internal compliance policies and procedures in accordance with local laws, QCB guidelines, and Islamic finance principles
• Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments across departments to proactively identify and mitigate regulatory risks
• Collaborate with the CEO, MLRO, and legal advisors to ensure QCB milestones and reporting obligations are met
• Oversee product and marketing compliance reviews to ensure transparency and customer protection
• Ensure third-party integrations (payment gateways, KYC/AML vendors) meet regulatory standards for data security and transaction monitoring
• Lead compliance training programs for staff and monitor regulatory changes across Qatar and the MENA region

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
• Certified Compliance Professional (CAMS, CRCMP, ICA, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in a compliance leadership role within financial services, banking, or fintech
• In-depth knowledge of QCB regulatory frameworks, including AML/CFT obligations and consumer protection laws
• Experience establishing and scaling compliance programs in fast-paced, digital-first environments
• Familiarity with Islamic finance structures and principles is an advantage

What the Company Offers:

• Head of Compliance role at a Sharia-compliant BNPL fintech platform domiciled at the Qatar Financial Centre
• Leadership position shaping compliance strategy during active QCB licensing and regional expansion
• Direct collaboration with the CEO and MLRO on regulatory strategy for a fast-growing MENA fintech

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