MLRO/Financial Crime Manager

Responsibilities

• Act as the designated MLRO, owning and enhancing the AML/CFT program in line with UAE law and CBUAE regulations
• Detect, monitor, and investigate transactions related to money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud
• Decide on and file SAR/STR reports with the FIU and relevant regulators
• Lead organization-wide AML/CFT risk assessments and maintain internal/external registers
• Act as the primary point of contact for the CBUAE, FIU, and law enforcement agencies
• Manage the performance and development of the FinCrime and Fraud team
• Own the design and optimization of transaction monitoring and screening rules
• Report directly to the Board and CLCO on program effectiveness
• Monitor and implement employee training programs on financial crime prevention

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in AML/CFT and fraud risk management within financial services or fintech
• In-depth knowledge of transaction monitoring, sanctions, and PEP screening
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with sound decision-making capabilities
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Law, or IT
• CAMS, CFE, or ICA certification is highly valued
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, technology-driven fintech environments
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage

About the Company

Edenred is a leading digital platform for corporate services in the areas of benefits, professional mobility, and B2B payments, operating in 44 countries and connecting millions of users to partner merchants worldwide.