# Senior Manager, Financial Intelligence Unit, MEA

Hiring organization: [Circle](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/circle)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/9162ef2c-12c1-4c8b-ac3c-1c7fc9651cef

Listed on Circle's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior

## Summary

Circle seeks a senior manager to lead financial crime investigations and compliance initiatives across the Middle East and North Africa, safeguarding the company's blockchain and payments platform from illicit activity. This role suits someone with deep expertise in AML/sanctions frameworks, virtual asset typologies, and regional regulatory navigation who can operate both as a hands-on investigator and a strategic compliance leader.

_Our summary, not Circle's wording._

## Required

- 10+ years of financial crime investigation experience
- 2+ years in fintech or virtual asset environments
- Experience navigating MEA regulatory environment
- Understanding of local financial ecosystem
- Proficiency in blockchain forensic tools (TRM Labs, Elliptic)
- Knowledge of UAE AML/CFT regulations
- Knowledge of regional virtual asset typologies and risks
- Hands-on blockchain analytics and transaction monitoring experience
- Ability to write and review investigative reports and SARs
- Analytical and communication skills

## Nice to have

- CAMS, ICA, or equivalent financial crime certification
- TRM Advanced Crypto Investigations (TRM-ACI) certification
- Elliptic Specialist Investigator Certification
- Experience liaising with UAE regulators and law enforcement
- Subject matter expertise with virtual asset service providers

Apply on Circle's site: https://circle.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Circle/job/United-Arab-Emirates---remote-first-in-UAE/Senior-Manager--Financial-Intelligence-Unit--MEA_JR100798