Lead EDD & Sanctions Compliance Analyst

Emirates Islamic; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Islamic in Dubai seeks an experienced AML Compliance professional to lead enhanced due diligence, sanctions and transaction monitoring initiatives. The role focuses on risk assessment, governance and escalation to mitigate financial crime risks.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with local and international regulations, maintain accurate records and support remediation projects and investigations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in banking, incl. 2–3 years in sanctions/compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of AML, sanctions, and transaction monitoring.
• Strong regulatory knowledge across local and international rules.
• Excellent analytical and investigative abilities with attention to detail.
• ACAMS or equivalent qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct enhanced due diligence and investigate customer triggers, red flags and referrals, providing clear risk assessments and recommendations.
• Follow up with business units and internal departments to obtain required information and ensure timely closure of reviews.
• Support AML, CTF and sanctions-related investigations, including transaction analysis and escalation of identified risks or concerns.
• Maintain accurate records, trackers, internal watchlists and management information relating to EDD reviews and investigations.
• Support the EDD Supervisor with compliance initiatives, remediation activities, projects and ad hoc requirements.

Skills

AML knowledge

Sanctions knowledge

Transaction monitoring

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

ACAMS

Job description

Emirates Islamic in Dubai seeks an experienced AML Compliance professional to lead enhanced due diligence, sanctions and transaction monitoring initiatives. The role focuses on risk assessment, governance and escalation to mitigate financial crime risks.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with local and international regulations, maintain accurate records and support remediation projects and investigations.