Senior Compliance Officer - Transaction Monitoring (12 Month Contract)

Aventus Global Talent; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable bank in Dubai is seeking a proactive Senior Compliance Officer for a 12-month contract specializing in transaction monitoring. The successful candidate will support monitoring activities, detect suspicious transactions, and ensure compliance with AML regulations. Candidates should have at least 3 years of AML compliance experience, deep knowledge of regulations, and strong analytical skills. Relevant certifications are preferred. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic regulatory environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in AML compliance with a strong focus on transaction monitoring.
• Deep knowledge of AML regulations and transaction monitoring systems.
• Proven ability to investigate and analyse complex transactions.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end transaction monitoring process for suspicious activities.
• Prepare and escalate Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and regulators on compliance issues.

Skills

Transaction monitoring expertise

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

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

Job description

Title: Senior Compliance Officer - Transaction Monitoring (12-Month Contract)Location: Dubai

About the Client

Our client, a reputable bank in Dubai, is seeking a proactive Senior Compliance Officer specialising in Transaction Monitoring on a 12-month contract basis. The successful candidate will support transaction monitoring activities to detect suspicious transactions, ensuring compliance with AML regulations and supporting regulatory reporting and audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end transaction monitoring process to identify and investigate suspicious activities across multiple product lines.
• Prepare and escape high quality Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and regulators to ensure effective resolution of compliance issues.
• Support AML compliance audits, reviews, and regulatory inspections related to transaction monitoring.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of transaction monitoring systems, controls, and policies.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in AML compliance with a strong focus on transaction monitoring within banking or financial services.
• Deep knowledge of AML regulations, transaction monitoring systems, and financial crime typologies.
• Proven ability to investigate and analyse complex transactions and identify potential suspicious activities.
• Relevant AML certifications such as CAMS or ICA Diploma preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.