Senior AML, Sanctions & Compliance Leader

National Bank of Oman; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

National Bank of Oman is seeking an experienced Senior AML & Compliance Specialist in the UAE to execute the AML/CTF, sanctions, and regulatory compliance program for UAE operations.

You will support the Head of Compliance & MLRO UAE, review regulatory requirements, manage risk assessments, and oversee screening and reporting processes to ensure timely compliance with local and international standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Compliance FCC experience in banking, including 5-6 years in AML/CFT/CPF and Sanctions.
• Experience performing Gap / Impact analysis / assessment on regulations (FCC regulation mainly).
• Experience delivering a robust AML/CFT/CPF and Sanctions program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing AML/CFT/CPF and Sanctions programs within NBO UAE to address risks.
• Monitor alerts from transaction monitoring and sanctions screening, escalate as needed.
• Support Head of Compliance & MLRO UAE in reporting STRs to FIU and liaising with FIU on matters.
• Ensure timely regulatory submissions and Gap Assessments; align UAE with Oman processes.
• Oversee watchlist filtering and screening of international payments and trade finance.
• Provide SME guidance on AML/CFT/CPF, Sanctions, KYC/CDD and due diligence.

Skills

AML/CFT/CPF

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Reporting

Oversight & Advisory

Education

Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Banking, Finance, Business, Science, or a related subject

Job description

National Bank of Oman is seeking an experienced Senior AML & Compliance Specialist in the UAE to execute the AML/CTF, sanctions, and regulatory compliance program for UAE operations.

You will support the Head of Compliance & MLRO UAE, review regulatory requirements, manage risk assessments, and oversee screening and reporting processes to ensure timely compliance with local and international standards.