Senior Analyst - Sanctions Advisory and Investigations

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life and personal accident insurance

Paid leave and airfare

Staff loan discounts

Flexible and remote working

Learning and development

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank is seeking a Senior Analyst for Sanctions Advisory and Investigations in Abu Dhabi. You will guide business units on sanctions compliance, lead investigations into high-risk alerts, and prepare detailed regulatory reports.

You will monitor regulatory changes, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and drive process improvements while aligning with ADCB service standards.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in Compliance, Sanctions Advisory or Financial Crime Investigations within Banking or Financial Services
• Advanced understanding of sanctions regulations and advisory practices
• Strong investigative techniques and case management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance to business units on sanctions compliance requirements for transactions, products, and new initiatives
• Lead investigations into high-risk sanctions alerts, customer profiles, and transactions
• Manage escalations of confirmed matches and prepare detailed reports for senior management and regulatory authorities
• Monitor and interpret changes in global and local sanctions regulations and implement across processes
• Act as a subject matter expert, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
• Review advisory and investigation processes to ensure compliance with internal standards
• Identify and implement process enhancements and automation to reduce risk
• Adhere to policies and deliver consistent service to customers and stakeholders
• Manage self in line with people management policies and contribute to business performance
• Demonstrate ADCB Service Standards in all interactions

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Law or related field

ACAMS certification (preferred)

Job description

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Senior Analyst - Sanctions Advisory and Investigations

Date: Oct 20, 2026

Description:

Embark on a journey where your unique contributions are celebrated, and your professional growth is embraced. At ADCB, we nurture a diverse, inclusive community where every voice is valued.

About the business area, Group Compliance & Governance:

Compliance is an independent function at ADCB which takes an active approach to risk management and monitoring, ensuring the Bank complies with applicable laws, regulations, rules and market standards. The Group creates, implements and monitors policies and procedures designed to prevent or detect financial crime and any compliance breaches of the Bank, its employees and clients. It also monitors and measures the impact of conduct risk and compliance on the Bank’s risk appetite and profile.

In this role, your key responsibilities include:

• Provide expert guidance to business units on sanctions compliance requirements for transactions, products, and new initiatives to ensure adherence to regulatory standards
• Lead investigations into high-risk sanctions alerts, customer profiles, and transactions, ensuring accurate decisions and timely escalation
• Manage escalations of confirmed matches and prepare detailed reports for senior management and regulatory authorities
• Monitor and interpret changes in global and local sanctions regulations and ensure timely communication and implementation across relevant processes
• Act as a subject matter expert, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve complex sanctions-related issues
• Conduct periodic reviews of advisory and investigation processes to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements
• Identify and implement process enhancements and automation opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operational risk
• Adhere to all relevant organisational and departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out to the required standard and in a consistent manner while delivering the required standard of service to customers and stakeholders
• Manage self in line with the Bank’s people management policies, procedures, processes and practices to ensure adherence and to maximise own contribution to business performance
• Demonstrate Our Promise and apply the ADCB Service Standards to deliver the Bank’s required levels of service in all internal and external customer interactions

The ideal candidate should have the following experience

• At least 4 years of experience in Compliance, Sanctions Advisory, or Financial Crime Investigations within Banking or Financial Services, including exposure to complex advisory and investigation cases
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Law, or related field
• Preferred certifications: ACAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or equivalent
• Advanced understanding of sanctions regulations and advisory practices
• Expertise in investigative techniques and case management
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (OFAC, UN, UAE Central Bank)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to interpret regulatory changes and translate them into actionable guidance

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary & Additionally, all employees are eligible to participate in one of our rewarding variable pay plans.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: This includes market-leading medical insurance, group life and personal accident insurance, paid leave and leave airfare, employee preferential rates on loans and finance facilities, staff discounts and offers, and children education assistance (for certain job levels).
• Flexible and Remote Working Options: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, subject to eligibility and job requirements.
• Learning and Development Opportunities: We value and facilitate continuous learning and personal development through a variety of exciting learning opportunities, such as structured instructor-led courses, a comprehensive e-learning catalog, on-the-job training, and professional development programs.

At ADCB, we are dedicated to creating a respectful, caring and disciplined work environment that aligns with your career ambitions.