Head of Compliance & AML
Remote · Cairo, Cairo, Egypt or EG
Job Summary
Head of Compliance & AML at Thndr Securities Brokerage leads the compliance, AML, and risk management function with a team of four direct reports, serving as primary liaison with the regulator (FRA) and ensuring all brokerage activities meet regulatory standards. The role oversees regulatory reporting, onboarding, trading, client communications, and recordkeeping, drives internal alignment with policy and risk teams, implements monitoring programs to detect breaches, and promotes a culture of compliance through training and accountability. Fluent English and Arabic required; bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, or Economics and 6+ years of experience in financial services compliance are expected.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or related field
- Minimum 6+ years of experience in compliance or risk management within a financial services or brokerage firm regulated by the FRA
- Strong understanding of Egyptian capital markets regulations, AML/CFT frameworks, and brokerage operations
- Demonstrated success managing regulator relationships, regulatory inspections, and cross-functional compliance programs
- Proven leadership ability to manage and develop teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with fluency in English and Arabic
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong analytical and ethical judgment
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