Sanctions Analyst - Regulatory Compliance and Risk Assessment

Sanctions Analyst
- Regulatory Compliance and Risk Assessment

Job Snapshot
- Role:
Sanctions Analyst

- Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Industry: I T and Services
- Function:
Risk Management-Compliance

- Experience:

Not specified
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

Position Overview Dicetek LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Sanctions Analyst for a full-time, on-site position in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on international sanctions compliance, regulatory monitoring, client due diligence and sanctions risk assessment within a highly regulated business environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for researching international sanctions lists, monitoring regulatory developments, maintaining sanctions screening databases and supporting investigations into potential compliance violations.

The position requires strong analytical capabilities, knowledge of international sanctions regimes and experience using compliance screening tools. The Sanctions Analyst will collaborate with legal and compliance teams to strengthen sanctions policies, improve screening processes and support the organization 's adherence to applicable regulatory requirements.

Job Details

Country:
United Arab Emirates

City:
Abu Dhabi

Industry: I T and Services

Function:
Risk Management-Compliance

Salary:
Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality:
Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement:
On-site

Key Responsibilities Sanctions Screening and Regulatory Monitoring

• Research and analyse international sanctions lists and relevant regulatory updates.
• Monitor changes in sanctions laws, regulations and compliance requirements.
• Identify regulatory developments that may affect the organization 's sanctions compliance obligations.
• Review sanctions-related information to support accurate risk identification and assessment.
• Maintain awareness of international sanctions regimes and evolving compliance standards.
• Support the implementation of sanctions screening practices aligned with applicable regulatory requirements.

Client Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

• Conduct due diligence on new and existing clients to identify potential sanctions risks.
• Review relevant client information against applicable sanctions screening databases.
• Analyse screening information and identify potential sanctions-related concerns.
• Support the assessment of compliance risks associated with clients and business relationships.
• Document due diligence findings and maintain accurate supporting records.
• Escalate potential sanctions concerns to the appropriate compliance stakeholders.

Sanctions Database Management

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date sanctions screening databases.
• Support the quality, accuracy and consistency of sanctions-related data.
• Review database information to identify potential discrepancies or outdated records.
• Assist with maintaining reliable sanctions screening information for compliance activities.
• Apply appropriate data handling and confidentiality practices when managing sensitive information.

Compliance Policies and Procedures

• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to develop and implement sanctions compliance policies.
• Support the review and improvement of sanctions-related procedures and internal controls.
• Assist with documenting compliance processes and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at strengthening sanctions risk management practices.
• Help ensure that sanctions compliance activities remain aligned with applicable laws and organizational policies.

Compliance Reporting and Management Information

• Prepare sanctions compliance reports for senior management.
• Analyse relevant screening results, regulatory developments and compliance findings.
• Maintain accurate records…