Compliance Officer – Islamic Banking
About This Role
Position Title: Compliance Officer – Islamic Banking
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: inclusive depending on experience and qualifications plus competitive company benefits
About the Client:
One of the leading global institutions with strong regional presence, known for driving innovation in Islamic and corporate banking
Job Description:
- Review and clear high-risk accounts, investigate unusual transactions/OMNI alerts, block suspicious remittances, and escalate cases to Head of Compliance and senior management.
- Sanctions & Screening: Conduct World-Check, PEP, adverse media, and blacklist screenings; verify entities and transactions, ensuring proper documentation and evidence retention.
- Regulatory Reporting & Compliance: Prepare reports for UAE Central Bank, ensure adherence to AML policies/regulations, and identify emerging AML risks in new business areas.
- Coordination & Projects: Liaise with business units for clarifications, monitor pending cases, and support ad hoc projects assigned by the Head of Compliance
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s in Finance/Accountancy/Commerce or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate & retail banking operations with AML compliance, assurance work, and client/sanctions monitoring (including World Check).
- Proficiency in MS Word and Excel; Strong knowledge of AML regulations, UAE banking laws, commercial banking operations, accounting principles, and transaction analysis
How to Apply:
Send your CV in word format to: FINANCEJOBS2020 AT GMAILDOT COM and use “ Compliance Officer ” as email subject
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