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Lean Technologies
About the job
We are hiring a Senior Compliance Manager at Lean to shape and oversee the compliance function, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of compliance across the company. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing and implementing strategies that align with our business objectives, ensuring transparency, and mitigating risks. This position is perfect for a seasoned compliance professional with a passion for fintech and innovation, eager to contribute to our mission
Who are we
Lean enables companies to seamlessly connect to their users’ bank accounts to initiate real-time payments and retrieve their account information. Our products have garnered the trust of leading companies and enabled them to deliver powerful experiences when connected with a user’s bank account, allowing users to perform prudent financial planning, get better rates on loans, transfer money to friends, and more, without compromising on privacy or security.
Some of Lean’s clients include the likes of Binance, Etisalat Group, Careem, Sarwa, and many more, making it the region’s most valuable Open Banking platform. The company has now processed hundreds of millions of dollars, and its products are also connected with hundreds of thousands of accounts. Lean envisions a fully inclusive financial ecosystem that serves everyone, no matter where they bank or live in the MENAP region.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements for Open Banking/Open Finance.
Monitor and assess the impact of regulatory changes and provide strategic guidance to the business on compliance matters.
Manage, maintain, and continuously enhance the Group Compliance Management plan.
Lead compliance audits and inspections, ensuring effective communication and resolution of compliance issues.
Fulfill the duties of Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) by overseeing anti-money laundering measures and reporting suspicious activities to relevant authorities.
Provide expert advice and support to various departments on compliance-related matters, fostering a culture of compliance across the organization.
Maintain a strong understanding of regional regulatory landscapes and share insights with senior management to influence strategic decision-making.
Collaborate with external regulatory bodies and industry groups to ensure alignment with best practices and upcoming regulatory changes.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to regulatory authorities and senior management on compliance activities and developments.
Cultivate relationships with stakeholders to advocate for compliance and risk management throughout the organization's operations.
What we’re looking for
10 years + compliance experience within the financial services industry.
Must have in-depth knowledge and experience of financial services regulations applicable to fintechs in the UAE, specifically CBUAE.
Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing compliance programs and policies.
Experience working closely with regulators, managing regulatory inspections and audits.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into actionable strategies.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and advising senior stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
NB. While we think the above experience could be important, we’re keen to hear from people that believe they have valuable experience to bring to the role. If you identify with the team and mission, but not all of our requirements, then please still apply!!
Lean is the first regulated open banking and open finance company operating across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Since 2019 we've been on a mission to become the pre-eminent A2A payments company in the Middle East - enabling our clients to seamlessly connect to their users’ bank accounts to initiate real-time payments and retrieve account information. Our products have garnered the trust of some of the leading companies in the region, including the likes of Etisalat Group, Careem, Binance, Tabby, Tamara, Tawuniya, and more.
To date, Lean has processed billions of dollars, and our products have connected with hundreds of thousands of accounts across the region. We've recently announced our $67.5 million Series B funding round led by General Catalyst, following earlier investment from Sequoia Capital. This funding marks a major milestone for Lean and the financial ecosystem across the MENA region. At Lean, we’re committed to driving the next generation of financial innovation by making financial data and payments more accessible and transparent for businesses and consumers alike.
To that end, we're always on the lookout for talented, driven, and entrepreneurial candidates to join us in our mission of enabling the next generation of financial innovation. If you're motivated by solving hard problems and leaving a lasting legacy while you're at it, Lean's where you need to be.
Not only do we offer competitive salaries, private healthcare, and flexible office hours, but we also insist that every member of the team hold a meaningful equity stake in the business to ensure long-term alignment. We'd love you to join us for this journey!
Lean is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
When applying for a job at Lean Technologies, we will need to collect, use and share Personal Data about you with different members of our team during the application process. This may mean transferring your data to members of the team in one of our office locations worldwide outside of the country you are in. Please refer to our Privacy Notice on our website for more information about how we may use and store your Personal Data
