AMLKYC Officer

Black Pen Recruitment; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking an AML/KYC Officer for their Global Compliance Team in Dubai. This full-time position involves conducting compliance checks and investigations, ensuring regulatory standards are met. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in AML or KYC roles, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and strong analytical skills. The role supports a hybrid work model and relocation to Dubai is facilitated.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years in AML, CFT, or KYC roles, preferably in financial services.
• Hands-on experience with KYC/CDD/EDD processes.
• Professional certification such as ACAMS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC checks on new and existing customers.
• Monitor transactions for suspicious activity.
• Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports for authorities.

Skills

Data analysis

Strong verbal communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

Transaction monitoring systems

Sanctions screening tools

Job description

Our client believes in the power of Virtual Advancement leveraging digital innovation and strategic foresight to help businesses excel in a rapidly evolving world. With a focus on agility and adaptability they work alongside organisations to simplify complexity enhance operations and implement strategies that foster long-term success.

Their team partners with startups SMEs and large enterprises across various industries enabling clients to harness technology data and strategic insight to gain sustainable competitive advantage. From expanding into new markets to building resilient financial roadmaps our client serves as a trusted advisor committed to creating meaningful impact Whether the goal is operational optimisation or future-focused growth our client delivers the clarity and capability needed to navigate change and lead with confidence

Role Overview

Our client is actively seeking a diligent and detail-oriented AML/KYC Officer to join their Global Compliance Team. This role is fundamental to the integrity of our clients operations ensuring the firm meets its regulatory obligations and effectively mitigates risks associated with money laundering and terrorist financing. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing key Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes for their international user base. This position requires a professional with a strong understanding of global AML standards and the ability to apply them in a practical fast-paced and technology-driven environment.

Job Type: Full Time/Permanent

Workplace: Hybrid

Relocation to Thailand Dubai or Malta is supported

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years of direct experience in an AML CFT or KYC role preferably within the financial services fintech or gaming industries.
• A Bachelors degree in Law Finance Business Criminology or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of international AML/CFT standards and regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on experience with KYC/CDD/EDD processes transaction monitoring systems and sanctions screening tools.
• Proven ability to analyze data identify suspicious activities and conduct thorough investigations.
• Excellent analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate clear and concise investigation findings.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced global team environment.
• High ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Professional certification such as ACAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or equivalent is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Customer Due diligence (CDD/EDD)

• Perform initial and ongoing KYC checks on new and existing customers according to internal policies and international standards.
• Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk customers including PEPs (Politically Exposed Persons) and those from high-risk jurisdictions documenting findings and risk assessments comprehensively.
• Review and verify customer identification documents and information using internal and third-party tools.
• Manage the periodic review cycle for existing customer profiles to ensure all information is current and accurate.

Transaction Monitoring & Investigation

• Monitor customer transactions to detect and identify suspicious activity patterns and red flags.
• Investigate and analyze alerts generated by the transaction monitoring system thoroughly documenting the rationale for escalating or closing alerts.
• Prepare detailed and well-written Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) or Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) for submission to the MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) and relevant authorities.

Screening & Risk Assessment

• Perform screening of customers against global sanctions lists PEP lists and adverse media alerts.
• Analyze and disposition potential matches escalating true hits to senior compliance staff for review.
• Assist in the continuous risk assessment of customers and contribute to the overall AML risk assessment framework of the company.

Compliance & Reporting

• Stay current with international AML/CFT regulations and best practices (e.g. FATF recommendations).
• Assist in responding to inquiries from regulatory bodies and law enforcement.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of AML/KYC policies procedures and internal controls.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all AML/KYC reviews investigations and decisions.