Senior Compliance Officer

3 days ago


Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Caliberly Full time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the primary contact for regulatory bodies, ensuring full compliance with UAE regulatory requirements, including those mandated by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA).
  • Develop, implement, and monitor compliance policies and procedures in line with UAE Financial Rules and Regulations.
  • Oversee Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) frameworks, ensuring adherence to international best practices.
  • Conduct due diligence and risk assessments to identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory compliance reports and filings, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
  • Lead audits, inspections, and reviews to evaluate the organization's compliance with financial crime risk management policies.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to provide training on compliance protocols, financial crime prevention, and regulatory updates.
  • Investigate and report suspicious activities in alignment with UAEs regulatory guidelines.
  • Serve as the organization's Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), managing escalations and regulatory communications.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

  • Bachelors degree in Translation Studies or a related field. Additional certifications in regulatory compliance or financial crime risk are highly valued.

Certifications:

  • Combating Financial Crimes
  • Certified Risk Management Specialist in Targeted Financial Sanctions (CRMS-TFS)
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)
  • Certified Compliance Professional (CCP)
  • CAMS Certification (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist)
  • UAE Financial Rules and Regulations expertise

Experience:

  • Minimum of 8 years in compliance, financial crime risk management, or related fields, including senior roles in regulatory compliance and AML.

Languages:

  • Proficient in English and Arabic (native or bilingual proficiency). French language skills are an advantage.

Technical Skills:

  • Expertise in compliance reporting, policy development, due diligence, and regulatory frameworks.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks.

Preferred Experience:

  • Prior roles in leading financial institutions or compliance departments, such as MLRO or Senior Compliance Officer.
  • Experience working with UAE-based organizations, including exposure to SCA regulations and UAE-specific financial laws

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