Compliance Officer

Client of AIQU; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of AIQU is seeking an experienced AML compliance professional to oversee KYC reviews and manage high-risk client onboarding in Abu Dhabi, UAE. You will ensure adherence to UAE and international AML/CFT standards and provide guidance across business teams.

The role includes conducting Enhanced Due Diligence for PEPs and complex entities, updating risk profiles, and coordinating regulatory reporting. Strong English communication and meticulous analysis are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 to 12 years of experience in compliance, AML, or risk management within the financial services industry.
• Extensive practical experience with Know Your Customer (KYC) processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in high-risk client onboarding.
• Proficient in conducting Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for PEPs and high-risk relationships.
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or equivalent accreditation.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE and global AML/CFT regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive KYC reviews for individual and corporate clients
• Lead high-risk client onboarding processes from due diligence through approval
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence EDD on politically exposed persons PEPs and complex entities
• Maintain and update client risk profiles and risk assessment documentation
• Monitor transactions and escalating suspicious activities per AML procedures
• Develop review and implement compliance policies and procedures aligned with UAE and international regulations
• Provide training and guidance to business teams on compliance requirements and best practices
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and respond to compliance audits and inquiries
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Skills

KYC processes

High-risk onboarding

Analytical skills

Regulatory communication

English communication

Education

CAMS certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive KYC reviews for individual and corporate clients
• Lead high-risk client onboarding processes from due diligence through approval
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence EDD on politically exposed persons PEPs and complex entities
• Maintain and update client risk profiles and risk assessment documentation
• Monitor transactions and escalating suspicious activities per AML procedures
• Develop review and implement compliance policies and procedures aligned with UAE and international regulations
• Provide training and guidance to business teams on compliance requirements and best practices
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and respond to compliance audits and inquiries
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Qualifications

• 3 to 12 years of experience in compliance, AML, or risk management within the financial services industry
• Extensive practical experience with Know Your Customer (KYC) processes
• Demonstrated expertise in high-risk client onboarding
• Proficient in conducting Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for PEPs and high-risk relationships
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or equivalent accreditation
• In-depth knowledge of UAE and global AML/CFT regulations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English