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Revolut is seeking a seasoned Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to oversee its financial crime compliance framework within the UAE. This is a full-time remote role for a regulatory expert with deep AML/CFT knowledge and experience in both traditional and crypto financial services.
Company Overview:
Founded in 2015, Revolut is a global fintech leader on a mission to give people more control, visibility, and value from their money. With over 50 million users and operations in multiple regions, Revolut is building the ultimate financial super app. The company emphasizes innovation, employee empowerment, and maintaining a strong compliance culture while delivering customer-centric solutions.
Role Overview:
As MLRO, you will be responsible for ensuring that Revolut’s Financial Crime and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) control frameworks are effective and aligned with UAE regulatory requirements. You’ll serve as a key point of contact for law enforcement and regulators, while supporting compliance strategies for new product launches.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop, manage, and document the Financial Crime and AML programme
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Work closely with the Group FinCrime team and local senior stakeholders to assess and mitigate risk
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Set standards for customer due diligence, KYC, and AML compliance
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Lead internal and external suspicious activity reporting (SAR)
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Communicate policies and ensure staff training on AML responsibilities
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Serve as the point of contact for local Financial Investigation Units and other law enforcement agencies
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Oversee the compliance aspects of new product rollouts
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Collaborate across internal teams to improve and scale compliance processes
Key Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree (required)
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5+ years of experience as an MLRO
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3+ years in a crypto compliance role
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In-depth understanding of UAE financial crime regulations
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Experience in managing compliance in a global payments or financial services environment
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Strong analytical and communication skills
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Fluency in English
Nice to Have:
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Master’s degree or recognized certifications (ICA, ACAMS)
Why Join Revolut:
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Remote-first global work environment
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Dynamic, multicultural team and inclusive workplace
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Opportunity to shape financial innovation and compliance best practices
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Recognized as a Great Place to Work™
Important Application Notes:
Apply only via official Revolut channels. Avoid third-party platforms or requests for payments. Ensure all communications are from official Revolut domains (e.g., @revolut.com).
