Chief Compliance Officer, MLRO
Job in
Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
Listed on 2026-07-11
Listing for:
Jobtailor
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-11
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Financial Compliance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Develop, implement, and manage the company's compliance program in line with SAMA regulations and other relevant regulatory authorities.
- Act as the primary liaison with SAMA and other regulatory bodies, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Oversee and manage all AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism) policies, procedures, and controls.
- Lead internal audits and compliance reviews to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure all departments adhere to compliance requirements, offering guidance and training where necessary.
- Prepare and submit regular compliance and AML reports to senior management and regulators.
- Monitor regulatory changes and advise on necessary adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Handle suspicious activity reports (SARs) and ensure proper documentation and escalation.
- Foster a strong compliance culture across the organization.
- Saudi national (mandatory).
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CISA) are preferred.
- 15+ years of experience in compliance or AML roles within the Saudi banking sector or in companies licensed by SAMA.
- Extensive experience working on home loans or mortgage loan products.
- In-depth knowledge of SAMA regulations, AML laws, and compliance standards in Saudi Arabia.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English.
- CAMS
- CISA
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