Senior Specialist - Supervision (Intermediary)

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About the FSRA
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) regulates financial services activities in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), an international financial centre in the United Arab Emirates. ADGM comprises the Registration Authority (RA), the FSRA, and ADGM Courts, all committed to international best practices.

About the Fintech Department
The Fintech Division's Authorisation & Fintech Department supervises intermediary firms dealing with Virtual Assets (VAs) and Fiat-Referenced Tokens (FRTs). This includes firms engaged in issuance, safekeeping, trading or other non-exchange services.

Role Overview
The Senior Specialist sits within the Fintech Supervision (Intermediary) team, overseeing VA broker-dealer entities engaged in regulated activities such as Dealing in Investments and Providing Custody under a Financial Services Permission (FSP). The role faces complex supervisory challenges, including systemic risk, cross-border coordination and technology-driven models.

• Participate in desk-based and on-site inspections, reviewing policies, operations and business models of supervised intermediaries.
• Assist with risk mitigation plans, thematic reviews and regulatory reporting associated with intermediary firms.
• Liaise with regulated firms to address issues identified during supervision and facilitate improvement in governance and risk management practices.
• Develop regulatory frameworks to address risks from regulated entities' adoption and use of virtual assets.
• Administer regulations, rules and risk management for ongoing supervision of intermediary firms.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual reporting by Fintech.

• Support the Senior Manager and Manager in supervising intermediary firms carrying out regulated activities related to Virtual Assets and Fiat-Referenced Tokens, focusing on detailed reviews and risk assessments.
• Continuously improve intermediary supervision practices to maintain ADGM's leadership in virtual asset and stablecoin market developments.

• Support the Manager in ensuring Supervision (Intermediary) operates responsibly and proficiently.
• Embed the culture and vision in Fintech by role-modelling organisational behaviours through performance management, feedback and coaching.

• Adhere to ADGM Information Security policy and best practices.
• Maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability of ADGM Information at all times.

• Minimum bachelor's degree in Finance, Computer Science/Engineering, Business or related field.
• Minimum six years of experience in compliance, risk assessment, regulatory review or audit for financial intermediaries.
• Qualifications or competency related to blockchain technologies, digital assets or related disciplines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; able to clearly report findings and recommendations.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in team-based environments and influence stakeholders.
• High standard of personal ethics, integrity and responsibility.

• Advanced degree or professional certifications in compliance or risk management (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, CFA).
• Familiarity with supervisory technology (SupTech) and regulatory technology (RegTech) systems.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections, thematic reviews or remediation programs.
• Project management experience, preferably within a financial supervisory context.
• Exposure to ADGM or UAE regulatory systems and standards.
• Proficiency in Arabic language and understanding of multicultural environments.
• Exposure to international regulatory engagement and policy development.

The FSRA advocates a progressive financial services environment and upholds the integrity of ADGM. Its policies are aligned with internationally recognised standards, ensuring financial entities operate with certainty and investor interests are safeguarded.

Abu Dhabi Global Market is an award-winning international financial centre strategically located in the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Established by UAE Federal Decree, ADGM's jurisdiction extends across the entire 114 hectares of Al Maryah Island.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management