Head of Compliance

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 406,000 - 487,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allowance for self

Family medical insurance

Annual air ticket for self and family

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking a Head of Compliance – Islamic Bank in Dubai to lead the bank's AML/CFT program and ensure adherence to UAE regulations. You will serve as designated Compliance Officer and MLRO, manage regulatory inspections, and report to senior management and the board.

You will oversee CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and reporting, while guiding a team and shaping the compliance program to address evolving regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in Banking Compliance and AML/CFT within a regulated institution.
• Strong expertise in UAE's CBUAE regulations, UAE AML/CFT requirements, sanctions, and regulatory reporting.
• ACAMS certification required; ICA/CFCS or similar qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide overall oversight of the Bank’s Compliance and AML/CFT function across UAE operations, ensuring adherence to CBUAE regulations, UAE Federal Laws and international standards.
• Serve as the Bank’s designated Compliance Officer and MLRO, acting as the primary liaison with CBUAE, FIU and other regulatory authorities.
• Oversee the complete AML/CFT framework, including CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, correspondent banking controls and SAR/STR reporting.
• Advise Senior Management and the Board on regulatory developments, emerging compliance risks and remediation, while managing regulatory inspections and maintaining relationships with regulators and auditors.
• Lead the Compliance team and overall compliance program, including regulatory change, investigations, QA/assurance, risk assessments, annual compliance planning, training and Board reporting.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Stakeholder management

AML/CFT knowledge

Arabic language

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance/Accountancy/Law/Commerce

ACAMS certification

ICA/CFCS or other recognized compliance qualification

Job description

Position Title:

Head of Compliance – Islamic Bank

Employment Type:

Full Time

Salary:

up to 40,000 AED depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits:

Allowance for self, family medical insurance and annual air ticket for self and family.

Job Location:

Dubai

About the Client:

One of the leading global institutions with strong regional presence across the UAE & Bahrain, known for driving innovation in Islamic and corporate banking.

Job Description:

• Lead and provide overall oversight of the Bank’s Compliance and AML/CFT function across UAE operations, ensuring adherence to CBUAE regulations, UAE Federal Laws and international standards.
• Serve as the Bank’s designated Compliance Officer and MLRO, acting as the primary liaison with CBUAE, FIU and other regulatory authorities.
• Oversee the complete AML/CFT framework, including CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, correspondent banking controls and SAR/STR reporting.
• Advise Senior Management and the Board on regulatory developments, emerging compliance risks and remediation, while managing regulatory inspections and maintaining relationships with regulators and auditors.
• Lead the Compliance team and overall compliance program, including regulatory change, investigations, QA/assurance, risk assessments, annual compliance planning, training and Board reporting.

Qualifications:

• Arabic speakers, aged 48 and below
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Finance, Accountancy, Law or Commerce; With minimum 12 years' experience in Banking Compliance and AML/CFT within a regulated financial institution.
• Must have strong expertise in CBUAE regulations, UAE AML/CFT requirements, sanctions, regulatory reporting and financial crime compliance, with proven regulatory engagement and inspection/remediation experience.
• With proven senior leadership experience managing Compliance teams and senior stakeholders, with the ability to engage effectively with regulators, Board members and Senior Management.
• ACAMS certification required; additional ICA, CFCS or other recognized compliance qualification is advantageous