Compliance Administrator

SFM Corporate Services Ltd Dubai Branch; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A corporate services provider in Dubai is looking for an entry-level Compliance Administrator to assist in daily compliance operations. The role includes supporting screening processes, drafting documentation, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and strong attention to detail. Candidates will learn compliance practices in a supportive team environment, gaining exposure to international client structures. Proficiency in MS Office and good communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Hands-on training

Supportive team environment

Exposure to international clients

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures consistently.
• Comfortable with data entry and document handling.

Responsibilities

• Support Compliance Manager with daily tasks and record maintenance.
• Perform customer screening and log outcomes.
• Assist with drafting compliance communications and document management.
• Organize folders and maintain proper document quality.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Good written and spoken English

Proficient in MS Office

Professional judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

SFM Corporate Services Ltd Dubai Branch | Full time

Compliance Administrator

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 01/13/2026

SFM is seeking an entry-level Compliance Admin to support the day-to-day operations of our Compliance function. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented coordinator who enjoys structured work, handling documentation, and keeping tasks moving. You will support core compliance activities such as screening, documentation drafting, data entry, email coordination, and meeting organization, and you will report to the Compliance Manager.

Job Title

Compliance Admin

Department

Compliance

Reporting Line

Reports to: Compliance Manager

To provide administrative and operational support to ensure the Compliance team executes daily tasks efficiently, maintains complete records, and meets internal controls and regulatory expectations (including screening, file maintenance, and ongoing monitoring support).

Key responsibilities (Job Description)

1) Compliance operations support

• Support the Compliance Manager and wider Compliance team with daily tasks and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure documents are properly saved, labelled, and retrievable in the relevant systems.
• Support onboarding/ongoing monitoring workflows by tracking missing items and following up internally as needed.

2) Screening & basic checks (with training)

• Perform name screening (customers, UBOs, related parties, counterparties) using approved tools and processes.
• Log screening outcomes, elevate potential matches/alerts to the Compliance Manager for review.
• Support periodic rescreening/ongoing monitoring routines as assigned.

3) Documentation & drafting

• Assist in drafting routine compliance communications (emails, requests for documents, internal notes).
• Prepare and format compliance documents/templates (e.g., checklists, trackers, internal logs, meeting minutes).
• Support compilation of files for internal review/audit readiness (under supervision).
• Enter and update customer and compliance data accurately in CRM/systems.
• Maintain trackers (KYC/EDD status, screening logs, review dates, pending actions).
• Coordinate meeting scheduling, agendas, minutes, and action item follow-ups for the Compliance team.

5) General admin support

• Organize folders and shared drives, maintain version control and naming conventions.
• Assist with filing, scanning, document quality checks (readability, completeness).
• Support other compliance administration tasks as required.

Requirements

Requirements (must-have)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, Accounting, Risk, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures consistently.
• Good written and spoken English (additional languages are a plus).
• Comfortable with data entry, document handling, and working with multiple trackers.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, calendars).
• Professional judgment and confidentiality mindset (ability to handle sensitive information appropriately).

Preferred (nice-to-have)

• Internship or exposure to compliance/AML/KYC, corporate services, banking, or professional services.
• Familiarity with concepts like KYC/CDD/EDD, sanctions/PEP screening, or compliance recordkeeping.
• Experience working with CRM tools and structured workflows.

Key competencies (what “good” looks like)

• Organized & reliable: keeps tasks on track and follows up without dropping items.
• Process-driven: comfortable working with checklists, procedures, and structured documentation.
• Clear communicator: writes clean emails and flags issues early.
• Team support mindset: works well with Compliance, Operations, and other stakeholders.

What we offer

• Entry-level pathway into Compliance/AML operations with hands‑on learning.
• Training on internal processes and screening and compliance administration practices.
• Supportive team environment and exposure to international client structures.