Compliance Officer

About The Role

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures in line with UAE regulations and international best practices
• Conduct regular compliance monitoring and testing activities, including internal audits and risk assessments
• Oversee KYC and AML processes, ensuring timely customer due diligence and ongoing monitoring
• Investigate and report any suspicious activities, escalating issues to senior management and regulatory authorities as required
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors during examinations and audits
• Provide compliance training and guidance to business units to promote a strong compliance culture
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and maintain accurate records of compliance activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in a compliance role within the financial services or banking sector
• Strong technical knowledge of compliance, regulatory compliance, AML, KYC, policy development, monitoring, and audit processes
• Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations and identify potential risks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to stakeholders
• Familiarity with UAE regulatory framework including CBUAE guidelines and relevant international standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as CAMS, ICA or equivalent
• Experience working with regulatory authorities in the GCC region
• Advanced knowledge of transaction monitoring systems and compliance software
• Fluency in Arabic and English
• Experience in project management or leading compliance change initiatives