About Paymob Paymob is a leading FinTech company revolutionizing payment solutions in the MENA region. At Paymob, we believe in enabling businesses to thrive by offering secure, innovative, and scalable tools that simplify payments for everyone. We’re proud to power millions of transactions for some of the biggest names in the region, with a team of innovators spread across Egypt, UAE, KSA and Oman.We foster a value driven culture focused on continuous learning, empowering our people, and collaborating as one global team to create real impact.Job PurposeLead the compliance function. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Mitigate AML and financial crime risks. Embed compliance into operations and support sustainable business growth.RESPONSIBILITIESMaintain and enhance the compliance framework, policies, and controlsManage regulatory filings, licenses, and ongoing obligationsAct as key contact with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholdersMonitor regulatory changes and ensure timely implementationMaintain audit-ready documentation and records.Develop, update, and enforce policies, SOPs, and governance frameworksCoordinate implementation across business functionsEnsure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standardsMaintain documentation, approvals, and version controls.Manage complaints lifecycle from intake to resolutionMaintain registers and prepare structured reportsConduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actionsHandle regulatory queries and escalations.Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspectionsEnsure accurate and timely submissions.Oversee AML and financial crime controlsReview onboarding, monitoring, and operational compliance issuesApprove business and marketing materials from a compliance perspective.Embed compliance across Product, Operations, Risk, and other functionsProvide regular reporting to senior managementPromote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct.REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s degree with at least 8 years of experience in regulatory compliance within a financial institution, fintech, or legal or consulting firm, or a combination thereofProven experience working within a Risk and Compliance functionStrong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, AML, KYC, and sanctions requirementsExperience in audits, regulatory reporting, and compliance risk managementAbility to design and implement compliance frameworks and controlsExperience engaging with regulators and managing inspectionsLegal background or experience preferredBENEFITSWhy You’ll Love It HereAt Paymob, our people are at the core of everything we do. Our culture is built around values that drive how we work, grow, and succeed together:· We offer competitive compensation packages and performance driven incentive programs.· We offer a flexible hybrid work model that supports both in office collaboration and remote productivity.· We invest in continuous career coaching to support your growth and long-term development.· We collaborate across borders, embracing diversity and shared success.
Paymob is an Egyptian payments and financial services company providing payment acceptance, gateway, and merchant lending services to businesses across the MENA region. The company processes online and in-store payments for thousands of merchants across Egypt and the GCC.
What you should know
350,000+ Merchant Network: Serves nearly 350,000 merchants across the MENA-P region including major brands like Uber, LG, and IKEA
Dominant Market Leader: Processes over 85% of digital wallet transactions in Egypt and offers more than 50 different payment methods
3 Student Founders: Founded in 2015 by three entrepreneurs who started the company while studying at the American University in Cairo
How they work
Empower merchants — Build the operating system that lets MENA merchants accept payments and grow - merchant-first lens.
Move fast — Fintech in MENA is a winner-takes-most game - speed of execution is the moat.