Senior FCRA & AML Compliance Program Lead

TALENTMATE; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Mashreq is seeking an experienced AML compliance professional to safeguard regulatory adherence across the bank. You will lead FCRA initiatives, embed AML/CFT controls, and coordinate regulatory examinations.

The role requires collaboration with HO Compliance, KYC guidance development, and proactive policy enhancements. You will liaise with regulators, monitor AML trends, and ensure timely closure of audit findings.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard the bank from penalties/regulatory actions due to FCC non-adherence.
• Provide assurance that AML/CFT controls are embedded in bank processes.
• Assist in executing an effective FCRA program across the bank to mitigate ML/TF risks.
• Facilitate external regulatory exams and internal audits, closing findings timely.
• Monitor money laundering trends and advise per AML/KYC policies and risk appetite.
• Conduct investigations as directed by Regulators, AML/CFT, Sanctions, HO-Compliance.
• Pro-actively improve compliance framework per business needs and HO guidelines.
• Assist in formulating bank-wide policies including AML policy and KYC guidance.
• Oversee regulatory projects and ensure implementation across Mashreq locations.
• Build strong relationships with regulatory authorities and ensure timely regulatory reporting.
• Share regulatory updates and explain business impact and required actions.
• Coordinate with Embedded Compliance Functions (ECF) for cross-group issue resolution.
• Maintain and manage record keeping.
• Plan, manage and meet budget expectations.

Job description

Mashreq is seeking an experienced AML compliance professional to safeguard regulatory adherence across the bank. You will lead FCRA initiatives, embed AML/CFT controls, and coordinate regulatory examinations.

The role requires collaboration with HO Compliance, KYC guidance development, and proactive policy enhancements. You will liaise with regulators, monitor AML trends, and ensure timely closure of audit findings.