Senior Compliance & AML Leader

J. Awan & Partners; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

J. Awan & Partners is seeking a Senior Manager – Compliance to lead compliance and AML delivery for clients. This role will oversee regulatory adherence while managing audits, training, and business development efforts.

The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience, with a minimum of eight years in the field and proven skills in compliance program development. Strong communication abilities and regulatory expertise are essential to thrive in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of overall industry experience, with at least four years in compliance roles within financial services.
• Direct experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing compliance and AML support to clients.
• Draft, implement, and manage compliance and AML frameworks.
• Ensure adherence to local and international regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Conduct compliance reviews and spot checks.
• Identify and remediate control weaknesses.
• Deliver training on compliance, AML, and governance topics.
• Support the senior team in executing client mandates.

Skills

Regulatory Expertise and Strategic Mindset

Operational Excellence

Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills

Integrity and Accountability

Stakeholder Management and Cultural Agility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CAMS qualification

CISI qualification

ICA qualification

Job description

J. Awan & Partners is seeking a Senior Manager – Compliance to lead compliance and AML delivery for clients. This role will oversee regulatory adherence while managing audits, training, and business development efforts.

The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience, with a minimum of eight years in the field and proven skills in compliance program development. Strong communication abilities and regulatory expertise are essential to thrive in this position.