Compliance Officer
Job Description
The Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring company operations comply with regulatory guidelines, anti-money laundering (AML) laws, and internal policies. The role protects the organization against regulatory penalties and operational non-compliance.
Required Qualifications
-
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, or Business; professional compliance credentials (ACAMS or CAMS) required.
-
4–6 years of direct corporate compliance experience within UAE financial or legal frameworks.
Preferred Skills
-
Deep understanding of DFSA, Central Bank of the UAE rules, AML/KYC protocols, and regulatory reporting.
Responsibilities Duties:
Key Responsibilities
-
Coordinate and execute compliance reviews, AML/KYC screenings, and regulatory audit schedules.
-
Prepare compliance assessment filings, regulatory reports, and internal policy documents.
-
Review transaction activity logs to flag suspicious activities or compliance breaches.
-
Coordinate with regulatory agencies (DFSA/CBUAE), external legal auditors, and internal risk leads.
-
Monitor updates in financial regulations to keep corporate policy frameworks compliant.
-
Maintain clear record-keeping adhering to statutory requirements and regulatory standards.