Risk Specialist - Compliance Investigations

Amazon UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work culture

Access to mentorship programs

Career advancement in compliance and risk

Job summary

Amazon UAE is looking for a Risk Specialist in Dubai to conduct compliance investigations and risk analysis within the logistics and supply chain industry. This position focuses on ensuring adherence to compliance standards while supporting global operations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in fraud or compliance investigations and strong analytical skills. Join Amazon for an opportunity to grow within a diverse and inclusive work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in fraud, risk, or compliance investigations.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills with high attention to accuracy.
• Experience working in AML, sanctions, or regulatory compliance environments.
• Ability to work independently and handle complex case investigations.
• Fluency in Japanese at business level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate denied entities and compliance alerts generated through screening systems.
• Perform customer due diligence and KYC reviews across multiple operational workflows.
• Analyze complex transactions to determine compliance risks.
• Support audit responses and handle external regulatory inquiries.
• Provide guidance to investigators and operations teams.
• Identify gaps in compliance processes and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in developing training opportunities for compliance workflows.
• Monitor and achieve defined KPIs and productivity targets.

Skills

Compliance investigations and sanctions screening

AML and regulatory knowledge

Risk analysis and fraud detection

Data interpretation and case management

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement and audit support

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in compliance, finance, or related field

Job description

Job Snapshot

• Role: Risk Specialist
• Location: Dubai, UAE
• Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
• Function: Risk Management-Compliance
• Experience: Mid level
• Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Risk Specialist Dubai UAE Logistics and Supply Chain industry role with Amazon focused on compliance investigations, sanctions screening, and regulatory risk analysis. This opportunity supports global operations by ensuring adherence to compliance standards, identifying risks, and maintaining high levels of operational accuracy within screening and investigation workflows.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
• Function: Risk Management-Compliance
• Salary: 12000-18000
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Context

This position plays a key role in safeguarding business operations by conducting detailed compliance investigations and ensuring alignment with international regulatory requirements. The role directly impacts risk mitigation, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance across multiple business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate denied entities, sanctions matches, and compliance alerts generated through screening systems.
• Perform customer due diligence and KYC reviews across multiple operational workflows.
• Analyze complex transactions and accounts to determine compliance risks.
• Support audit responses and handle external regulatory inquiries.
• Provide guidance and feedback to investigators and operations teams.
• Identify gaps in compliance processes and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in developing training opportunities for escalation handling and compliance workflows.
• Monitor and achieve defined KPIs and productivity targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen compliance controls.Ensure adherence to SOPs and regulatory frameworks including AML and sanctions policies.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in compliance, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in fraud, risk, or compliance investigations.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills with high attention to accuracy.
• Experience working in AML, sanctions, or regulatory compliance environments.
• Ability to work independently and handle complex case investigations.
• Fluency in Japanese at business level preferred.
• Strong communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.

Skills Set

• Compliance investigations and sanctions screening.
• AML and regulatory knowledge including BSA and OFAC frameworks.
• Risk analysis and fraud detection.
• Data interpretation and case management.
• Cross‑functional collaboration.
• Process improvement and audit support.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with Amazon's global security and compliance teams.
• Exposure to international regulatory frameworks and large‑scale operations.
• Career advancement in compliance, risk, and investigations.
• Inclusive work culture with strong focus on learning and development.
• Access to mentorship programs and continuous professional growth.

About the Company

Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce, logistics, and technology, delivering innovative solutions across diverse industries. Its operations in Dubai support regional and international markets through advanced infrastructure and compliance‑driven systems, offering professionals the opportunity to work on high‑impact global projects.