Web3 Security Jobs in United Arab Emirates

eToro is the trading and investing platform that empowers users to invest, share and learn. We were founded in 2007 with the vision of a world where everyone can trade and invest in a simple and transparent way. We have created an investment platform that is built around collaboration and investor education. On our platform, users can view other investors’ portfolios and statistics, and interact with them to exchange ideas, discuss strategies and benefit from shared knowledge. We have 40 million registered users from 75 countries and our platform is available in 20 languages. eToro is an innovative, fast growing business and listed on Nasdaq in May 2025. We have over 1,500 employees across more than 10 offices around the globe, strategically positioned to serve the needs of users. You can find out more about eToro here. eToro is looking for a strategic and highly analytical Risk and Compliance Officer to oversee our local risk framework in the ADGM. This role is tailored for a Risk-first professional who recognizes that strong risk management underpins effective compliance. This role is a registered role by the FSRA (registered Risk officer). You will own the local Risk Register, overseeing risk identification, mitigation, and reporting on operational, financial, and regulatory risks. As a self-starter, you’ll bridge local ADGM requirements with eToro’s global risk strategy to support rapid, resilient growth. The role also includes DPO duties, ensuring full regulatory compliance. What will you be doing? Core Focus: Risk Management & Strategy

• Risk Ownership: Lead the identification, assessment, and prioritization of all internal and external risks impacting the ADGM entity.
• Framework Development: Design and implement local risk mitigation strategies that align with eToro’s global Risk Management Framework.
• Operational Resilience: Monitor and review risk processes continuously, providing data-driven recommendations to optimize business efficiency.
• Reporting: Act as the primary point of contact for all Regulator-mandated Risk reports, ensuring senior management and the Board have a clear view of the local risk appetite and posture.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Trading, Product, and Marketing teams to integrate risk-based decision-making into the product lifecycle. Compliance & Governance
• Regulatory Alignment: Ensure all policies and procedures meet ADGM/FSRA standards, focusing on Product Governance and Market Conduct.
• Audit & Surveillance: Lead regular audits and monitoring plans to detect and resolve compliance breaches or process gaps.
• Financial Promotions: Review local marketing campaigns through a risk-based lens to ensure transparency and regulatory safety. Data Protection (DPO)
• Privacy Leadership: Act as the Registered Data Protection Officer, ensuring the entity adheres to ADGM Data Protection Regulations.
• Security Oversight: Monitor data security measures and conduct regular privacy impact assessments (PIAs) to prevent and mitigate data breaches. Requirements
• Academic Background: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Law, or a related quantitative field.
• Risk Expertise: Minimum of 5-6 years of experience, with a proven track record specifically in Risk Management within Financial Services or FinTech.
• ADGM Knowledge: Deep understanding of the ADGM/FSRA regulatory environment and its specific Risk & Prudential requirements.
• Analytical Mindset: Exceptional ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and translate them into actionable risk reports.
• Certifications: Professional Risk certifications such as PRM, FRM, or CRMP are highly preferred. (Compliance certifications like ACAMS/ICA are an advantage).
• Execution: A "Self-starter" mentality with the ability to build frameworks from scratch in a fast-paced, Nasdaq-listed environment.