Who we are:

Stake is the MENA region’s most exciting real estate fintech company, combining real estate expertise and innovative financial technology to deliver products that empower everyone to own and build wealth through Real Estate. Launched in 2021 we have grown rapidly, leveraging decades of experience in technology, financial services and global real estate, to launch the MENA region’s first mobile app for fractional real estate investing.

This is just the beginning and we’re currently searching for highly talented individuals to join and help lead our expansion into international markets and new business lines

The Compliance Team

Safeguarding Standards: Our Compliance team ensures every transaction is transparent, legal, and aligned with Regulatory Guidelines, giving customers peace of mind in every Investment decision

We are looking for a Deputy MLRO who will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effectiveness of the company’s anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) policies and procedures. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, quality control expertise, and proven team leadership skills.

Why Join Our Compliance Team:

• Opportunity to shape AML/CTF frameworks within a fast-growing, innovative property crowdfunder
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Direct impact on compliance strategy and regulatory engagement

🚀What you’ll do:

• Support MLRO for all AML/CTF issues and any reporting obligations to the DFSA.
• Oversee and enhance the firm’s AML/CTF policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead the AML monitoring program, including transaction monitoring, suspicious activity identification, and escalation.
• Conduct in-depth data analytics to identify patterns, trends, and potential financial crime risks.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance across AML processes.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a small compliance/AML team, ensuring professional development and high performance.
• Deliver training programs for staff on AML/CTF regulations and internal compliance standards.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of AML controls and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support MLRO in submitting regulatory reports, including Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and regular compliance reports.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of DFSA regulations, industry best practices, and emerging financial crime risks.

👀 What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Deputy MLRO, MLRO, or senior compliance professional (ideally with a DFSA firm)
• Proven Team Leader experience
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in data-driven risk assessments and reporting.
• Experience in quality control, compliance testing, and process improvement.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CTF regulations, DFSA guidelines, and financial crime risk frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with regulators.
• Professional certifications (ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Arabic speaking is preferred though not essential

Key Competencies:

• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
• Integrity and ethical judgment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive and results-driven

😇 Why you should join Stake:

• Hybrid work environment
• Work directly with senior leadership in one of the region’s fastest growing start-ups; you will get exposure to all functions at Stake and have the chance to learn from the very best in the space!
• Generous equity compensation; this aims to bring a high degree of ownership into your work. As Stake grows, you grow with it!
• Budget for learning and development; we want Stakers to constantly strive for personal and professional growth
• Best in class end of service savings scheme; through DIFC-sponsored DEWS programme
• Off-sites and regular team events

Stake has a high performance culture where the bar is always rising. We bring on brilliant, ambitious and curious people who see the value in Stake and want to grow with us.