AML Compliance Analyst

About the role

The AML Compliance Analyst will support the bank’s Financial Crime Compliance framework by conducting KYC reviews, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity investigations in line with UAE Central Bank regulations and international standards.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) for new and existing clients.
• Perform daily and periodic transaction monitoring, identifying and investigating unusual or suspicious activities.
• Review AML alerts, document findings, and escalate cases requiring further investigation or reporting.
• Prepare and support the submission of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the UAE Central Bank.
• Maintain detailed investigation records and conduct periodic reviews of customer accounts and risk ratings.
• Assist in internal audits, regulatory reviews, and inspections.
• Collaborate with business units to strengthen AML controls and promote compliance awareness.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in AML, KYC, or Financial Crime Compliance within a regulated financial institution.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and report‑writing skills with attention to detail.
• Fluency in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Required skills

• Knowledge of UAE Central Bank AML regulations and FATF, OFAC, EU directives.
• Familiarity with AML/CTF monitoring systems such as Actimize, SAS, or Mantas.
• Professional certification such as CAMS or ICA preferred.