Manager- Risk Consulting - FCC- Dubai

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Financial Crime Compliance Manager in Dubai. This role involves providing expertise on financial crime matters, supporting clients with risk assessments, and developing compliance frameworks. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and a relevant degree. The position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for continuous learning and career development.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Transformative leadership coaching

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Proven ability to interpret complex financial crime regulations.
• 7–10+ years of experience in financial crime compliance or related functions.
• Hands-on experience with financial crime compliance systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise on financial crime compliance matters.
• Support clients in conducting financial crime risk assessments.
• Assist in developing and enhancing AML/CTF compliance frameworks.

Skills

Financial crime compliance expertise

Strong analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Business, Law

Tools

Financial crime compliance systems

Job description

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

We help the world’s largest financial institutions navigate the intricate regulatory environment to effectively manage and assess capital in support of their ongoing strategies. More than ever, financial institutions are investing in enhancing their capital management capabilities to make better business decisions, presenting us with the unique opportunity to rally together to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

Your key responsibilities

In the Risk Management – Financial Crime Compliance team, you will be expected to provide strategic sourcing services related to regulatory compliance, Financial Crime Compliance (FCC), corporate governance, enterprise risk management, internal controls, and internal audit, to our clients in financial services (FS) industry. You are also required to assist organizations to maintain effective and efficient controls, in order to manage organizational and strategic risks. Also, to be able to contribute to our advisory business in FCC, where advisory services on FCC target operating models, business processes and internal controls follow regulatory requirements without compromising on customer experience that are provided to the client.

Financial Crime Compliance Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter expertise on financial crime compliance (FCC) matters, including Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), Counter‑Terrorist Financing (CTF), sanctions, Anti‑Bribery and Corruption (ABC), and fraud risk management.
• Interpret and advise on applicable UAE financial crime regulations and guidance issued by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and other competent authorities.
• Support clients in conducting financial crime risk assessments, control design reviews, and gap analyses against UAE regulatory expectations and global best practices.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and enhancing AML/CTF, sanctions, and ABC compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures tailored to clients’ business models.
• Advice on governance and operating model design for financial crime compliance functions, ensuring appropriate accountability, independence, and reporting lines.
• Support clients in preparing for regulatory inspections, thematic reviews, and audits conducted by the CBUAE or other supervisory authorities.
• Provide advisory support on Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), ongoing monitoring, and transaction screening and monitoring frameworks.
• Assist in reviewing and optimizing technology solutions supporting financial crime compliance, including screening, monitoring, and case management systems.
• Develop and deliver training and awareness sessions on AML, CTF, sanctions, and ABC requirements for client teams and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and assess emerging financial crime risks, typologies, and regulatory developments within the UAE and relevant international jurisdictions (e.g., FATF, OFAC, UN, EU).
• Support clients in handling suspicious activity investigations and reporting to the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (goAML platform).
• Participate in FCC transformation and remediation projects, including program reviews, policy enhancement, and process automation initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Business, Law, or a related field.
• 7–10+ years of experience in financial crime compliance, AML/CTF, or related risk and regulatory functions within financial institutions or consulting firms.
• Strong understanding of UAE financial crime regulatory frameworks, including requirements issued by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), and the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
• Knowledge of international standards and guidance, including FATF Recommendations, Wolfsberg Principles, and OFAC/UN/EU sanctions regimes.
• Proven ability to interpret complex financial crime regulations and translate them into practical, risk‑based policies, procedures, and controls.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple business units and jurisdictions.
• Hands‑on experience with financial crime compliance systems and tools (e.g., screening, transaction monitoring, case management, or GRC platforms).
• Certifications such as CAMS are highly desirable.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning:You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you:We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership:We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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