VARA Pre-Licensing Compliance Officer

🔎 We’re hiring: VARA Pre-Licensing Compliance Officer | Dubai A credible licensing application needs more than policies on paper. The proposed business model, controls, people, technology, and supporting evidence must work together.We are looking for an experienced compliance professional to help a Dubai virtual asset business prepare for VARA licensing. You will build practical documentation, identify readiness gaps, and work with internal teams to resolve them before launch.What you’ll do

• Map the proposed activities and operating model against applicable VARA requirements.
• Develop compliance policies, procedures, control registers, and supporting application materials.
• Work with legal, AML, risk, technology, cybersecurity, and operations teams to align documentation with the planned business.
• Design governance, monitoring, training, escalation, and recordkeeping processes.
• Review materials for accuracy, consistency, and supporting evidence.
• Maintain a clear action plan for closing pre-licensing gaps.What you’ll bring
• 5+ years of relevant compliance experience in financial services, virtual assets, fintech, or another regulated sector.
• Hands-on experience building compliance frameworks and preparing licensing documentation.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT, sanctions, customer due diligence, and risk-based controls.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills, with the confidence to challenge weak assumptions.
• CAMS preferred. VARA or UAE virtual asset licensing experience is a strong advantage.This is a pre-licensing preparation role. It does not include regulatory submissions, direct communication with VARA, or the formal accountability of an appointed Compliance Officer.📩 Send your CV to: talents@itsecnow.com with “VARA Pre-Licensing Compliance Officer” in the subject line.