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About the job
You will be the designated Compliance Officer/MLRO, and be responsible for implementing the anti-money laundering compliance program, in addition to supervising daily the compliance with relevant laws.
You will:
- Draft and update policies and procedures.
- Prepare and submit semi-annual reports to the relevant authorities on the effectiveness of internal controls, following the Authority's approved procedures.
- Audit current processes, identify areas of weakness, and present reports to senior management and the Board of Directors with recommendations for corrective actions.
- Evaluate new business initiatives, assess associated risks, and provide informed opinions.
- Review regulatory requirements, assess their impact on operations, and update the compliance monitoring program accordingly.
- Ensure continuous compliance and work closely with relevant teams to meet reporting obligations.
- Oversee or perform all functions of an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Officer, including the establishment and monitoring of internal KYC/AML/CFT policies, evaluating internal suspicious activity reports, filing reports with the relevant Financial Intelligence Unit, and providing or organizing AML/CFT training for employees.
- Maintain up-to-date compliance records, including documents, logs, correspondence, and reports.
- Stay informed of internal procedures and regulatory changes.
- Promptly report suspicious transactions, suspicious activity reports, and other required reports in line with federal anti-money laundering legislation.
- Act as the internal contact for employees to report any suspected or known involvement in money laundering, taking appropriate action upon receiving notifications.
- Address employee inquiries and provide guidance on compliance matters.
- Ensure employees receive appropriate training on money laundering, and develop comprehensive training programs and awareness initiatives.
- Monitor customer communications and review marketing materials.
- Investigate and assist with resolving client complaints.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities regarding compliance matters, and respond promptly to requests for information from the Authority or relevant state bodies.
- A university degree with at least five years of experience in capital markets or related fields, or
- A diploma with a minimum of ten years of experience in capital markets or relevant fields.
- Professional qualifications or certifications in compliance (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) are highly preferred.
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and nonverbal), with excellent business acumen, organizational abilities, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in English (both spoken and written); fluency in additional languages, particularly Arabic, is an advantage.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated, capable of working independently, prioritizing tasks, and demonstrating attention to detail.
Job location
Job summary
United Arab Emirates
Dubai United Arab Emirates
Our recruitment process
- Phone Interview
First contact with our Talent Acquisition team!
- Personality Test
The recruiter profession requires a specific set of soft skills. This test will help determine if you have the necessary qualities.
- Interview w/ Manager/Team Leader
A great opportunity to get to know your future manager!
- Trial Day
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