Legend Digital is a forward-thinking company at the forefront of digital innovation, specializing in blockchain, Web3, gaming, AI, and digital assets. Headquartered in Dubai, Legend Digital empowers businesses and creators through cutting-edge technologies and strategic partnerships, fostering a collaborative culture that values excellence, integrity, and continuous growth.

We are seeking a Compliance Manager to lead and oversee the company’s compliance program, ensuring adherence to laws, regulations, and industry best practices across cryptocurrency exchange, custody services, wallet solutions, and white-label exchange operations. This is a full-time, on-site role in Dubai.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company’s compliance program.

• Oversee KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) compliance processes.

• Monitor transactions and conduct investigations into potential compliance risks.

• Regularly review and update compliance policies and systems to reflect regulatory changes.

• Develop strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate emerging compliance risks.

• Establish effective internal controls that meet global regulatory standards.

• Design and deliver compliance training programs to instill a strong culture of compliance.

• Monitor global legislative and regulatory changes and integrate updates into compliance framework.

• Identify and report significant non-compliance issues, recommending corrective actions.

• Assist with global licensing applications and compliance requirements across jurisdictions.

• Provide strategic compliance guidance to business units.

• Perform additional compliance-related duties as directed by the Compliance Director.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years in financial services compliance, including at least 2 years in cryptocurrency exchange compliance.

• Legal education (law degree) or proven experience in legal and compliance roles within regulated financial institutions or crypto exchanges.

• Strong knowledge of crypto/virtual asset regulations and global compliance frameworks.

• Bachelor’s degree in financial services, law, or a related field; AML/Compliance certifications highly preferred.

• Excellent proficiency in English (written and spoken).

• Strong organizational, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills.

• Must be based in Dubai or willing to relocate for on-site work.