AML Analyst

Stake Properties Limited; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Dubai is looking for an experienced AML Analyst to manage AML risk and ensure compliance in investment transactions. You will conduct documentation reviews, enhanced due diligence, and transaction monitoring. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of AML experience and strong attention to detail. This role offers a hybrid work environment and generous equity compensation.

Benefits

Generous equity compensation

Budget for learning and development

Team events and off-sites

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of AML experience with a strong attention to detail.
• Fluency in English and Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve client documentation throughout the client relationship lifecycle.
• Conduct enhanced due diligence measures for high-risk clients.
• Liaise with clients regarding their documentation.
• Conduct name screening reviews as part of client onboarding.
• Monitor transactions to identify suspicious activity.
• Assist in implementing regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to records management standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive

Education

ACAMS qualification or relevant AML experience

Job description

Who we are:

Stake is the MENA region’s most exciting real estate fintech company, combining real estate expertise and innovative financial technology to deliver products that empower everyone to own and build wealth through Real Estate. Launched in 2021 we have grown rapidly, leveraging decades of experience in technology, financial services and global real estate, to launch the MENA region’s first mobile app for fractional real estate investing.

This is just the beginning and we’re currently searching for highly talented individuals to join and help lead our expansion into international markets and new business lines

The Compliance Team

Safeguarding Standards: Our Compliance team ensures every transaction is transparent, legal, and aligned with Regulatory Guidelines, giving customers peace of mind in every Investment decision.

We are looking for a proactive and experienced AML Analyst who will report to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (“MLRO”) to assist in managing the Firm’s AML risk. They will assist in managing AML risk and cross functional collaboration. This role requires strong collaboration with all teams within the Firm.

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for reviewing and approving client documentation throughout the lifecycle of the client relationship (onboarding and ongoing) in line with company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct enhanced due diligence measures for high-risk clients.
• Liaise with clients in relation to client documentation and reviews.
• Conduct name screening reviews (PEP/sanctions/adverse media) as part of the on-boarding and on-going monitoring.
• Conduct transaction monitoring reviews to identify suspicious activity which should be escalated to the Firm’s Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).
• Conduct testing of controls in line with the Compliance Monitoring Program.
• Assisting the MLRO in implementing and addressing the regulatory requirements.
• Assist the MLRO in updating AML/CTF Policies and Procedures.
• Adhere to the highest level of records management and retention.
• Interact and coordinating with other relevant departments within the Firm, to resolve issues or concerns identified related to clients, audits or investigations.
• Assist in conducting due diligence procedures in relation to third parties.

What we’re looking for:

• Education: ACAMs qualified candidates will be preferred or any other relevant AML experience.
• Experience: 2- 5 years of AML experience, with a strong acumen for attention to detail.
• Skills: Proactive, detail-oriented, excellent communicator, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Preferred Languages: English and Arabic

Why you should join Stake:

• Hybrid work environment
• Work directly with senior leadership in one of the region’s fastest growing start-ups; you will get exposure to all functions at Stake and have the chance to learn from the very best in the space!
• Generous equity compensation; this aims to bring a high degree of ownership into your work. As Stake grows, you grow with it!
• Budget for learning and development; we want Stakers to constantly strive for personal and professional growth
• Off-sites and regular team events

Stake has a high performance culture where the bar is always rising. We bring on brilliant, ambitious and curious people who see the value in Stake and want to grow with us.