Manager Compliance - AML UAE National

About the role

The Manager Compliance – AML role is responsible for ensuring the bank meets all anti‑money‑laundering and counter‑terrorist financing requirements, providing guidance and leading investigations.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain ongoing awareness of AML & CTF requirements and emerging legal environment.
• Provide AML advice and guidance to staff and business operations.
• Escalate critical issues to prevent regulatory investigations, fines or sanctions.
• Assist the manager in monitoring compliance with UAE Central Bank regulations.
• Lead complex, intelligence‑driven investigations across geographies and financial‑crime typologies.
• Lead and train the AML unit team, manage productivity and resources.
• Highlight financial‑crime risks and produce intelligence/complex investigation reports for senior management.
• Support the MLRO in filing STR/SAR with the FIU and engage with business lines and auditors on financial‑crime matters.

Required profile

• UAE national with relevant AML/CTF experience.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Central Bank regulations and international AML standards.
• Ability to lead and train teams, manage investigations and produce high‑quality reports.

Required skills

• Knowledge of AML and CTF regulations.
• Investigation and analytical skills.
• Team leadership and training capabilities.