Senior Compliance Officer - AML Investigations

Title: Senior Compliance Officer - AML Investigations (12 Month Contract)

Location: Sharjah

Our client, a reputable bank in Sharjah, is seeking an experienced Senior Compliance Officer specialising in AML Investigations and Transaction Monitoring. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and investigating suspicious activity, supporting regulatory reporting, and strengthening the bank’s financial crime controls.

• Review and investigate transaction monitoring alerts across multiple products and customer segments
• Conduct investigations into unusual or potentially suspicious transactions and customer activity
• Liaise with business units and stakeholders to obtain information and supporting documentation for investigations
• Prepare and elevate Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) in accordance with internal and regulatory requirements
• Support regulatory reporting, audits, inspections, and responses to regulatory enquiries
• Analyse trends and financial crime typologies to identify emerging risks and recommend control enhancements
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of transaction monitoring systems, controls, and procedures

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Law, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within banking or financial services, including at least 3 years in AML investigations, transaction monitoring, or financial crime compliances
• Strong knowledge of UAE AML/CTF regulations, transaction monitoring systems, and financial crime typologies
• Experience preparing and escalating STRs/SARs and conducting complex investigations
• CAMS, CFCS, ICA Diploma, or equivalent AML certification preferences
• Strong analytical, investigative, and stakeholder management skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities