AML/KYC Associate – DIFC Compliance Pro

CMC Singapore; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CMC Markets Middle East Limited (CMCME) is seeking an AML/KYC Associate in DIFC to join the Compliance – Financial Crime team. You will support AML/CFT framework, client onboarding, and ongoing monitoring, working with CO/MLRO and other teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role involves handling due diligence, sanctions screening, and reporting to the UAE FIU as required, with opportunities to take on delegated authority over time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years in KYC, onboarding or AML within a DFSA-regulated firm.
• Experience with DFSA AML Module and UAE AML/CFT framework is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document decisions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Carry out customer risk assessments at onboarding and assign risk ratings.
• Verify identities and perform due diligence on corporate structures.
• Assess source of funds/wealth and ensure alignment with client profile.
• Prepare enhanced due diligence for higher‑risk clients for CO/MLRO approval.
• Monitor ongoing KYC reviews and alert handling; escalate suspicious activity.
• Maintain auditable CDD files and prepare AML management information.

Skills

KYC

Onboarding

Risk assessment

Sanctions screening

Regulatory compliance

DFSA rules

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Finance/Business

Tools

World-Check

ComplyAdvantage

LexisNexis

Job description

CMC Markets Middle East Limited (CMCME) is seeking an AML/KYC Associate in DIFC to join the Compliance – Financial Crime team. You will support AML/CFT framework, client onboarding, and ongoing monitoring, working with CO/MLRO and other teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role involves handling due diligence, sanctions screening, and reporting to the UAE FIU as required, with opportunities to take on delegated authority over time.