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Capitex

Specializes in rapid FCC staffing solutions

AML Framework Design - Family Office

Regulatory Compliance & EthicsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDubai - United Arab EmiratesNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Proven experience advising family offices, family-owned groups, or privately controlled investment or operating businesses, including understanding their governance structures, ownership arrangements, related-party relationships, and decision-making processes.
  • Senior-level financial crime compliance advisory background and the ability to translate regulatory expectations into a practical, proportionate AML framework aligned with a privately held business's operating model.
  • A track record of engaging senior stakeholders, including Board members, principals, and family shareholders, and delivering credible, actionable recommendations.
  • Strong working knowledge of FATF standards and jurisdiction-specific AML/CFT regulatory requirements across the Middle East, UK, EU, and/or US (FinCEN).
  • At least 10 years of progressive FCC/AML experience, including senior advisory, MLRO, or Head of Compliance-level roles.
  • Comfort operating strategically in Board-level advisory and hands-on in policy drafting and framework design.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and Boards.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct an AML gap assessment against existing governance, policies, and applicable regulatory obligations, including FATF and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
  • Design a scalable AML governance structure and Target Operating Model (TOM), including Board oversight, reporting lines, and a RACI matrix.
  • Develop an AML Policy and Procedures Framework, including interaction points with existing third-party due diligence and screening processes.
  • Perform regulatory mapping across key jurisdictions, including FATF, FinCEN, EU, UK, and the Middle East, including DNFBP classification and reporting obligations.
  • Design an enterprise-wide AML training programme with structured learning modules.
  • Develop a phased implementation roadmap to operationalise the AML framework.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with DNFBP classification and reporting obligations.
  • Prior exposure to family offices, privately held conglomerates, or multi-generational business structures.
  • Relevant certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or CGSS.

About the Company

Capitex

Specializes in rapid FCC staffing solutions

Capitex Global provides staffing and recruitment services focused exclusively on financial crime compliance (FCC). Its offerings include Rapid Response Teams that deploy interim specialists within days to handle surges and remediation, Executive Search for discreet global permanent hires, and an Early Careers Programme to train and place emerging FCC professionals. Clients are banks, fintechs, and regulated firms, and Capitex supports them by providing pre-vetted talent across AML, KYC, sanctions, transaction monitoring, fraud, and ABAC, with deployments often in 24–48 hours. The goal is to help financial institutions scale their compliance functions quickly and effectively to meet regulatory requirements and manage financial crime risk.

Company size
11-50
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
2021

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