Compliance Data Scientist

Dicetek LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Dubai is seeking a Compliance Data Scientist with extensive experience in data analytics and risk modeling. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing compliance data, developing predictive models, and enhancing compliance technology initiatives. A Bachelor's degree in Data Science or a related field is required, along with expertise in AML regulations and tools such as Python and PowerBI. This role offers opportunities for impactful contributions to compliance strategies.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Data Analytics or risk modeling within financial services.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Compliance Data Science.
• Strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer, transaction, and compliance data to identify risk patterns.
• Develop and optimize predictive models for AML and customer risk assessment.
• Support compliance technology initiatives and regulatory change management.

Skills

Data Analytics

Risk Modeling

Compliance Knowledge

Python

SAS

R

SQL

Data Visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PowerBI

SAS VA

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer, transaction, and compliance data to identify risk patterns, typologies, and emerging threats
• Develop and optimize predictive and analytical models for AML, sanctions screening, and customer risk assessment
• Perform scenario and rule threshold reviews to improve detection effectiveness
• Build and enhance Customer360° dashboards and compliance MI reporting
• Leverage AI/ ML techniques for investigations, sector analysis, and ownership-chain tracing
• Support compliance technology initiatives, system enhancements, and regulatory change management
• Deliver timely, accurate reports and insights for senior management and regulatory assurance

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 6+ years of experience in Data Analytics or risk modeling within financial services
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Compliance Data Science
• Strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, TBML, and regulatory frameworks
• Proficiency in Python, SAS, R, SQL and data visualization tools (PowerBI, SAS VA)
• Experience with compliance technology platforms and large datasets