Manager of Financial Crime Prevention

Client of Betting Jobs; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

BettingJobs is seeking a Manager of Financial Crime Prevention for its Abu Dhabi office. The role oversees supervisory reviews, conducts risk assessments, and provides SME guidance on AML/CFT controls across the gaming sector.

The ideal candidate has strong regulatory knowledge, relevant certifications, and experience in risk-based supervisory practices, with the ability to communicate with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in financial crime prevention, AML/CFT supervision, regulatory compliance, or related roles.
• Strong working knowledge of UAE AML/CFT legislation, FATF recommendations, and international best practices.
• Bachelor's degree is required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and supervisory frameworks.
• Excellent communication with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation and enhancement of the Financial Crime Prevention framework and supervisory strategy.
• Draft review and maintain AML/CFT policies, regulatory notices and supervisory documentation.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess implications for the gaming supervisory framework.
• Conduct risk assessments and evaluate operators' AML/CFT controls and processes.
• Provide subject-matter guidance during supervisory reviews and support training initiatives.

Skills

Financial crime prevention

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

CAMS

CFCS

Job description

BettingJobs are working with an iGaming regulator responsible for overseeing and regulating the commercial gaming industry in the UAE looking for a Manager of Financial Crime Prevention to be based in their Abu Dhabi office The role oversees supervisory reviews conducts risk assessments evaluates operator AML CFT controls and provides subject-matter expertise across financial crime detection reporting enforcement support and industry guidance

Responsibilities

Contribute to the implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Financial Crime Prevention framework and supervisory strategy in line with national AML CFT priorities and FATF standards Support the drafting review and maintenance of AML CFT-related policies regulatory notices guidance and supervisory documentation Monitor regulatory developments and assess implications for the gaming supervisory framework escalating material matters where required Conduct sectoral thematic and entity-level risk assessments identifying vulnerabilities and recommending proportionate mitigation measures Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of operators AML CFT frameworks including CDD EDD transaction monitoring STR SAR processes and record-keeping controls Prepare analytical reports supervisory findings and recommendations for management and relevant committees ensuring clarity and sound regulatory judgement Maintain appropriate documentation and contribute to national-level reporting requirements and committee inputs Provide clear and consistent guidance to licensed operators on AML CFT obligations and supervisory expectations promoting strong compliance culture Support training and awareness initiatives for staff and operators and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing activities Stay informed of emerging financial crime typologies technological developments and sector-specific risks contributing to continuous improvement of supervisory practices Provide subject-matter support during supervisory reviews and act as a point of escalation for financial crime-related issues recommending proportionate corrective actions where necessary

Qualifications

Significant experience in financial crime prevention, AML/CFT supervision, regulatory compliance, or related roles, preferably within a regulatory authority, financial institution, or regulated gaming environment.Strong working knowledge of UAE AML/CFT legislation, FATF Recommendations, and international best practices, with the ability to apply them using a risk-based supervisory approach.Bachelor s degree (required); Master s degree in finance, law, criminology, economics, or a related field (preferred).Experience with risk assessment methodologies, supervisory frameworks, and financial crime control environments.Strong analytical and judgement skills, with the ability to assess complex risk scenarios and develop proportionate regulatory responses.Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively with senior stakeholders, regulated entities, and multidisciplinary teams.Professional certifications such as CAMS, CFCS, or equivalent are desirable.