Senior UAE Compliance Leader – AML, KYC & Regs

Eden Rose (recruiting for a financial institution in ADGM); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Eden Rose is recruiting a Compliance Manager on behalf of a financial institution operating within the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The role focuses on maintaining and enhancing the organization’s compliance framework in alignment with UAE laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

The candidate will oversee AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions, and market conduct compliance, while liaising with UAE regulators and providing guidance to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant compliance experience in financial services, capital markets, investment firms, brokerage, or asset management.
• Strong understanding of UAE financial services regulatory requirements and experience working with UAE regulators.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CISI, or ACAMS are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organization’s Compliance Framework, policies, and controls.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on business operations.
• Conduct periodic compliance monitoring, testing, and risk assessments.
• Oversee AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions, and market conduct compliance.
• Provide regulatory advice to senior management and business teams.
• Liaise with UAE regulatory authorities regarding inspections and inquiries.
• Prepare periodic compliance reports for the Board and senior management.

Skills

Compliance experience (8+ years)

Regulatory knowledge (UAE)

Experience with UAE regulators

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Eden Rose is recruiting a Compliance Manager on behalf of a financial institution operating within the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The role focuses on maintaining and enhancing the organization’s compliance framework in alignment with UAE laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

The candidate will oversee AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions, and market conduct compliance, while liaising with UAE regulators and providing guidance to senior management.