Compliance Officer (Emiratisation)

About the role

The Compliance-AML Unit is seeking a dedicated Compliance Officer to support Emiratisation initiatives and strengthen our anti‑money‑laundering (AML) framework. You will work closely with the AML Investigation Team and Transaction Monitoring groups to ensure timely and accurate handling of alerts and suspicious activity reports.

Key responsibilities

• Review and analyse AML alerts generated in the SAS system, adhering to standard operating procedures and turnaround times.
• Prepare and submit Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the Central Bank within required deadlines.
• Conduct enhanced due‑diligence (EDD) on high‑risk customers and transactions.
• Investigate complex cases involving potential money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions breaches.
• Monitor customer transaction patterns using AML tools and highlight financial‑crime risks to senior management.
• Assist in updating AML policies, procedures and SOPs to reflect regulatory changes.

Required profile

• Graduate degree with 3–4 years of experience in AML transaction monitoring.
• CAMs certification or other recognised AML qualification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of UAE AML/CFT regulations and international best practices.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet timelines and maintain high attention to detail.

Required skills

• Proficiency with MS Excel for data analysis.
• Experience using Business Objects (BO) reporting tools.
• Familiarity with SAS AML monitoring system and related IT tools.