Senior AML Compliance Leader | Strategy & Oversight

Citi; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking an AML Compliance Officer in Dubai to lead multiple teams across locations, ensuring robust controls and governance. The role requires deep AML expertise, strategic direction, and clear communication with senior stakeholders to drive the compliance program.

The role involves designing and implementing controls, coordinating with Internal Audit and regulators, and developing talent while upholding Citi’s risk management standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required to negotiate with senior stakeholders.
• Proven leadership and motivational skills with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical thinking and risk focus across multiple domains.
• Significant AML regulations knowledge and controls design experience.
• Experience with internal/external control functions and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deliver and maintain AML policies and practices.
• Coordinate with Internal Audit and Compliance to address issues.
• Lead and manage multiple teams across locations and budgets.
• Assess risk in business decisions, ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide training and governance framework improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree

Job description

Citi is seeking an AML Compliance Officer in Dubai to lead multiple teams across locations, ensuring robust controls and governance. The role requires deep AML expertise, strategic direction, and clear communication with senior stakeholders to drive the compliance program.

The role involves designing and implementing controls, coordinating with Internal Audit and regulators, and developing talent while upholding Citi’s risk management standards.