CDD Analyst – Corporate Accounts (Contract)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced CDD Analyst to join a remediation and onboarding programme for corporate client accounts in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on conducting Customer Due Diligence, KYC refresh and Enhanced Due Diligence for corporate entities in line with regulatory and internal compliance standards.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and KYC remediation reviews for corporate clients.
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on higher‑risk corporate structures, including complex ownership arrangements.
• Review and validate corporate documentation such as certificates of incorporation, shareholder registers and constitutional documents.
• Analyse and verify Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) structures and assess client risk profiles.
• Identify and escalate potential financial‑crime risks, sanctions concerns or adverse media findings.
• Maintain accurate case files and collaborate with compliance, onboarding and financial‑crime teams.

Required profile

• Proven experience in CDD/KYC remediation or periodic review for corporate clients.
• Strong understanding of AML, CFT and financial‑crime compliance frameworks.
• Experience conducting EDD on complex corporate structures.
• Ability to analyse multi‑layered ownership structures and UBOs.
• Familiarity with financial‑crime screening tools and adverse media research.

Required skills

• Attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of case reviews.
• Excellent written and analytical communication skills.