Sanctions Risk Lead – Investigations & Compliance

Aventus

Dubai

On-site

AED 250,000 - 400,000

Full time

9 hours ago

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Job summary

Aventus in Dubai is seeking an Assistant Manager, Sanctions to join its compliance team. You will be the expert voice on sanctions risk, handling the most complex cases and strengthening the bank's controls.

You will work with Business, Operations and Compliance, lead investigations, track international and UAE sanctions, and deliver training. The role requires 5+ years in banking and strong AML/KYC knowledge, with excellent communication.

Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years of banking experience.
Solid understanding of global and UAE sanctions.
Experience with AML and KYC/CDD processes.
Ability to analyze complex cases and make judgments.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
ACAMS or CGSS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead investigations into complex and high-risk sanctions alerts.
Track developments across OFAC, UN, UK, EU, and UAE sanctions, and translate them into practical guidance for the bank.
Act as the sanctions subject matter expert for business and operations teams, including delivering training.
Liaise with business units to gather client information and move cases to resolution.
Identify risk trends and control gaps, and propose improvements to screening processes and systems.
Prepare regular management information and reporting on sanctions activity.
Support compliance change initiatives and system enhancements.