Senior Compliance Officer (SM16/17) - Dubai | Dubai, UAE

CAPITEX; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading energy markets firm in Dubai is looking for a Senior Compliance Officer to oversee compliance frameworks and financial crime compliance on a part-time basis. This role provides an opportunity to influence compliance standards while collaborating across teams and reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance roles, particularly in financial crime.
• Proven track record in regulatory oversight and policy development.
• Ability to manage compliance audits and staff training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance frameworks aligned with UAE regulations.
• Manage AML, CTF, ABC, and sanctions frameworks.
• Serve as liaison with regulators and authorities.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Financial Crime Compliance

Risk Assessment

KYC

Job description

Senior Compliance Officer (SM16/17) - Dubai

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Compliance Officer (SM16/17) to join a leading energy markets firm in Dubai on a part-time basis. The role involves oversight of Financial Crime Compliance and Regulatory Compliance, ensuring standards are robust and aligned with regulatory expectations. The position is initially part-time with potential to become full-time in the future.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance Oversight:
   • Develop, implement, and maintain compliance frameworks aligned with DFSA, FSRA, and other UAE regulations.
   • Monitor regulatory changes impacting energy markets and trading activities.
   • Draft, review, and update compliance policies and procedures.
   • Manage regulatory reporting processes for accuracy and timeliness.
2. Financial Crime Compliance (FCC):
   • Manage AML, CTF, ABC, and Sanctions frameworks.
   • Perform risk assessments and ensure proper due diligence.
   • Oversee client onboarding, including KYC, CDD, and EDD.
   • Conduct transaction monitoring and investigate suspicious activities.
   • Coordinate AML regulatory inquiries and audits.
3. Senior Management Responsibilities (SM16/17):
   • Hold senior management functions related to compliance.
   • Report compliance updates to senior management and boards.
   • Lead staff training on compliance obligations.
4. Operational Involvement:
   • Participate in compliance monitoring, reviews, and investigations.
   • Collaborate with front-office, legal, operations, and risk teams.
   • Lead compliance audits and thematic reviews.
5. Regulatory Engagement:
   • Serve as liaison with regulators and authorities.

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