Compliance Officer, Finance & Banking

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to join a growing financial services organisation. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with applicable UAE regulatory requirements, supporting the organisation's AML/CFT framework, and maintaining robust client onboarding and monitoring processes.

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of KYC, CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, and regulatory reporting requirements, combined with a practical and solutions-oriented approach to compliance. This role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders, clients, insurers, and regulatory bodies to ensure effective compliance governance while supporting business operations.

• Manage and oversee KYC, CDD, and EDD processes for new and existing clients.
• Conduct sanctions screening and client risk assessments in line with regulatory requirements.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of AML/CFT policies, procedures, and controls.
• Prepare and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) through relevant regulatory platforms, including goAML.
• Perform client classification and risk-rating assessments.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure ongoing compliance with UAE laws and regulations.
• Support internal and external audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance inspections.
• Develop and maintain standardised onboarding documentation and KYC frameworks.
• Identify opportunities to improve compliance workflows and onboarding efficiency.
• Deliver compliance guidance and awareness training to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and regulatory documentation.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure compliance requirements are met without unnecessary business disruption.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Banking, Business Administration, Accounting, Law, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of compliance experience within the UAE.
• Experience with in a bank, exchange house, insurance company, insurance brokerage, or other regulated financial services environment.
• Strong knowledge of:
• KYC, CDD, and EDD processes
• AML/CFT frameworksSTR/SAR reporting and goAML requirements
• Sanctions screening and monitoring
• Client risk assessment and classification
• Regulatory reporting and audit management
• UAE compliance and regulatory requirements
• Experience designing or implementing onboarding, KYC, or compliance documentation frameworks.
• Exposure to process improvement and workflow optimisation initiatives.
• Ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• ACAMS (CAMS)
• ICA Certification (International Compliance Association)
• AML or Compliance Diplomas
• Other recognised compliance certifications

• Experience with in insurance brokerage, insurance, banking, or other regulated financial institutions.
• Exposure to policy placement and client onboarding life cycles.
• Experience supporting compliance training and awareness initiatives.
• Understanding of accounting operations and financial controls.

• Regulatory Knowledge
• Risk Assessment
• Attention to Detail
• Stakeholder Management
• Sound Judgement and Decision‑Making
• Strong Communication Skills
• Integrity and Professionalism
• Process Improvement Mindset
• Ability to Influence and Challenge Constructively
• Organisational and Time Management Skills

If you are a compliance professional with strong UAE regulatory knowledge and a practical approach to risk management and business support, we would welcome your application.