Deputy laundering Reporting Officer

The Deputy MLRO will assist the MLRO in managing and strengthening the organizations Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorist Financing (AML / CFT) framework. This role involves monitoring transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the development and implementation of AML / CFT policies and procedures. The Deputy MLRO will also act as a secondary point of contact with regulatory authorities and provide guidance and training to staff.

• Assist in reviewing and investigating suspicious transactions, preparing STR / SAR reports as required.
• Monitor daily transactions and AML system alerts, ensuring timely escalation of high‑risk cases.
• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of AML / CFT policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal guidelines.
• Conduct periodic AML / CFT risk assessments and contribute to improvements in screening and monitoring processes.
• Assist in preparing internal and regulatory reports, including submissions to Qatar Central Bank.
• Act as a secondary point of contact between the organization, FIU, QCB, and other state authorities regarding AML / CFT matters.
• Ensure prompt response to information requests from FIU, QCB, and other state authorities.
• Provide AML / CFT training and awareness sessions to staff.
• Act as MLRO in the absence of the MLRO, ensuring continuity of reporting obligations.

• Fluency in Arabic to ensure effective communication with customers, regulators, and internal stakeholders, and to review Arabic documents and reports.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a financial institution, such as an exchange house, bank, or insurance company, with hands‑on AML / CFT compliance experience.
• Approval from Qatar Central Bank or any GCC central bank is preferred, but not mandatory.
• Relevant professional or academic certifications in AML / CFT (e.g., CAMS, ICA, or equivalent) are highly desirable.

Contract : 12 Months