AML Officer

capital.com; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled AML Officer to lead their Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing initiatives. This role requires a strong background in AML regulations and experience with crypto payment monitoring. The successful candidate will implement and monitor compliance frameworks, manage alerts, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. If you're passionate about financial compliance and eager to work in a fast-paced, high-tech environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• A university degree and at least 3 years of experience in financial markets.
• Advanced knowledge of reporting rules and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage AML and CTF efforts with a focus on cryptocurrency transactions.
• Prepare Management Information Reports on suspicious transaction handling.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Data-driven thinking

Leadership skills

Education

University degree in Finance

University degree in Accounting

University degree in Economics

Diploma in related fields

Tools

G-Suite

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated AML Officer to oversee and manage our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) efforts, with demonstrated experience in monitoring cryptocurrency transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AML regulations, extensive experience with crypto payment monitoring, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of the AML framework to properly address Compliance needs and requirements in line with the rules and regulations.
• Keep abreast of related rules, regulations, and best practices pertaining to AML CFT transaction monitoring to assess the impact on Capital Com processes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on financial crime compliance, including risks, controls, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as Level 2 Compliance to receive name screening alerts of PEP, Adverse Media, and Sanctions that cannot be resolved by L1 Operations.
• Ensure a timely review of AML alerts/cases with adequate analysis and escalation to the MLRO.
• Provide appropriate recommendations/comments for disposition of alerts/cases based on the investigation performed as a maker/checker.
• Promptly and adequately identify and highlight suspicious activity and transactions to the MLRO with complete investigations/documentation and related requirements for necessary action.
• Assist in preparing SARs/STRs.
• Conduct FFR/PNMR and other regulatory requests, in addition to keeping abreast of all communication from the Executive Office and other regulatory bodies.
• Prepare Management Information Reports to the MLRO and Board on suspicious transaction handling, monitoring, and investigation.
• Conduct periodic reviews of existing alerts and quality assurance.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to drive the company’s compliance initiatives and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements.
• Manage cross-functional projects responsive to regulatory or monitoring requirements.

Requirements:

• A university degree and at least 3 years of experience in financial markets or related fields; or
• A diploma or less and at least 3 years of experience in financial markets or related fields.
• Good command of the English language.
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in finance.
• Knowledge of local statutory requirements.
• Experience with process documentation and finance process improvement will be an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of reporting rules and requirements.
• Good knowledge of accounting practices.

Preferred But Not Essential:

• Analytical skills and data-driven thinking.
• Experience with G-Suite.
• ACAMS or CFE holder.

Personal Qualities:

• Strong Communication Skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.