Junior Compliance executive

First Milestone Technology; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

First Milestone Technology is seeking a Junior Compliance Executive – AML & Risk to support AML, CFT, and fraud risk management in the Dubai, UAE market. You will perform KYC and CDD reviews, monitor transactions, and assist in regulatory filings while maintaining documentation and audit trails.

The role requires 1–5 years in compliance or fintech, familiarity with UAE regulations, and CAMS considered a strong plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
• 1–5 years of relevant experience in AML, compliance, risk, or financial services.
• Prior experience in crypto, fintech, or banking is an advantage.
• CAMS certification (completed or in progress) is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Solid understanding of AML/CFT regulations and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end KYC (Know Your Customer) and CDD (Customer Due Diligence) reviews.
• Ensure compliance with AML/CFT regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance records and documentation.
• Assist in preparing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and regulatory filings.
• Monitor customer transactions using internal systems to detect suspicious activity.
• Investigate alerts and escalate potential risks to senior compliance officers.
• Conduct periodic risk reviews and customer risk profiling.
• Support implementation and improvement of transaction monitoring systems.
• Identify trends and patterns indicating potential fraud or financial crime.
• Conduct detailed investigations into flagged accounts and transactions.
• Document findings and support case management processes.
• Ensure adherence to UAE regulatory requirements and global compliance standards.
• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and compliance reviews.
• Assist in drafting and updating compliance policies and procedures.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Risk, Operations, and Product.
• Participate in compliance training and awareness programs.
• Stay updated on evolving AML regulations, especially in crypto and fintech.
• Promote a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct.

Skills

MS Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Commerce/Business/Law

Tools

KYC tooling

Regulatory reporting tools

CRM systems

Job description

Position: Junior Compliance Executive – AML & Risk

Location: Dubai, UAE

Experience: 1–5 Years

Industry: Crypto Exchange / Digital Asset Trading

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Compliance Executive to support Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT), and fraud risk management functions. The ideal candidate will have 1–5 years of experience in compliance, financial services, or fintech, with a strong interest in regulatory frameworks within the digital asset ecosystem.

Candidates who have completed or are actively pursuing the CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification will be strongly preferred. This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory environment while contributing to financial crime prevention and compliance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & AML Operations

Perform end-to-end KYC (Know Your Customer) and CDD (Customer Due Diligence) reviews.

Ensure compliance with AML/CFT regulations and internal policies.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance records and documentation.

Assist in preparing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and regulatory filings.

Monitor customer transactions using internal systems to detect suspicious activity.

Investigate alerts and **escalate** potential risks to senior compliance officers.

Conduct periodic risk reviews and customer risk profiling.

Support implementation and improvement of transaction monitoring systems.

Fraud Prevention & Investigations

Identify trends and patterns indicating potential fraud or financial crime.

Conduct detailed investigations into flagged accounts and transactions.

Document findings and support case management processes.

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

Ensure adherence to UAE regulatory requirements and global compliance standards.

Support internal audits and regulatory inspections.

Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and compliance reviews.

Assist in drafting and updating compliance policies and procedures.

Work closely with cross-functional teams including Risk, Operations, and Product.

Participate in compliance training and awareness programs.

Stay updated on evolving AML regulations, especially in crypto and fintech.

Promote a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Law, or related field.

1–5 years of relevant experience in AML, compliance, risk, or financial services.

Prior experience in crypto, fintech, or banking is an advantage.

CAMS certification (completed or in progress) is highly preferred.

Strong analytical and investigative skills.

Solid understanding of AML/CFT regulations and compliance frameworks.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis.

Good communication and report-writing skills.

Ability to work independently and handle sensitive information with integrity.

Adaptability in a fast-paced and evolving regulatory environment.