Senior AML & CFT Compliance Strategist

NIYEAHMA; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

NIYEAHMA in Dubai seeks a specialist in AML/CFT compliance to lead enterprise-wide risk assessments and design robust policies. You will guide KYC/CDD/EDD processes, support onboarding of high-risk clients, and implement sanctions screening and monitoring systems. Consulting-oriented professionals with strong regulatory knowledge are welcome.

Join a team focused on regulatory excellence, client risk management, and continuous training to stay ahead of evolving AML/CFT standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business or related field.
• 3+ years in AML/CFT compliance, preferably in financial institutions or consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UAE and global AML laws and best practices.
• Proficiency in KYC/CDD/EDD, sanctions screening and regulatory reporting.
• Excellent communication and ability to present complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EWRA tailored to client risk profiles.
• Design AML/CFT policies aligning with laws and regulations.
• Conduct periodic reviews of clients’ compliance programmes.
• Guide on KYC processes including CDD/EDD for high-risk clients.
• Advise on sanctions screening and transaction monitoring systems.
• Deliver AML/CFT training and address regulatory queries.
• Support in regulatory reporting and audit readiness.
• Provide ongoing monitoring and advisory support.

Skills

AML/CFT compliance

KYC/CDD/EDD

Regulatory reporting

Risk assessment

Training & advisory

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CAMs/ICA/CFE (certs)

Master’s degree (plus)

Job description

NIYEAHMA in Dubai seeks a specialist in AML/CFT compliance to lead enterprise-wide risk assessments and design robust policies. You will guide KYC/CDD/EDD processes, support onboarding of high-risk clients, and implement sanctions screening and monitoring systems. Consulting-oriented professionals with strong regulatory knowledge are welcome.

Join a team focused on regulatory excellence, client risk management, and continuous training to stay ahead of evolving AML/CFT standards.