Specialist- AML Monitoring QC

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in Abu Dhabi is hiring for a compliance role focused on AML monitoring activities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of relevant experience in compliance or audit within banking. Strong skills in AML/CTF and knowledge of international regulations are essential. This is a full-time on-site position without remote work options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in compliance and/or audit in banks.
• Excellent understanding of regional laws and international regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and people management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and monitoring of AML compliance frameworks.
• Perform quality checks on AML monitoring alerts.
• Provide training to staff on compliance awareness.
• Evaluate control effectiveness and identify deficiencies.
• Provide compliance training to staff on TM and FCC procedures.
• Maintain relationships with related divisions for risk escalation.
• Provide timely compliance advice on AML monitoring matters.
• Stay updated on AML regulations and best practices.

Skills

Compliance awareness

Risk management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Bilingual (English, Arabic)

Communication

Bilingual English/Arabic

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelors Degree or Higher in Management Banking or Finance

Job description

PURPOSE OF JOB:

Reporting to the AVP AML Quality Check & Training the main responsibility of this role is to support the business areas covering the AML monitoring activities for the Group and ensure that efforts are made to align the related policies and procedures with regulatory requirements and applicable laws and regulations.

TASKS:

• Support the AVP AML Quality Check & Training as follows: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of the framework and plan for AML to properly address the compliance needs and requirements in line with laws, rules and regulations that best meet the needs of Group FAB TM Policy and Procedures.
• Perform quality checks on alerts actioned in the AML monitoring system and identify the need to file internal Suspicious Transactions Reports (STRs).
• Assess conformance with relevant Group Compliance Policies and Procedures, i.e. Transaction Monitoring Procedures.
• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of controls used to mitigate risks.
• Identify deficiencies and inaccuracies in assessed activities.
• Provide training to staff on compliance awareness for applicable TM and FCC related procedures.
• Maintain and build effective relationships with related divisions to achieve effective escalation of issues and manage risk.
• Assist the AVP AML Quality Check & Training in providing timely and accurate compliance advice on any AML monitoring matters raised by business functions on day‑to‑day operations.
• Keep abreast of related rules, regulations and best practices pertaining to AML, assess its impact on FAB, and update the AVP AML Quality Check & Training accordingly.
• Provide timely response for compliance clearance requests.
• Execute other duties as directed by the AVP AML Quality Check & Training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree or Higher in Management Banking or Finance, preferably with certification in compliance, AML risk management or internal audit.
• At least 5 years of business experience, preferably in compliance and/or audit in banks.
• Excellent understanding of regional laws and applicable international regulations.
• Excellent knowledge of AML/CTF applied to different business banking functions.
• Strong interpersonal, people management and facilitation skills.
• Team player able to meet tight deadlines and manage a challenging workload.
• Preferably bilingual, fluent in English and Arabic with strong written and verbal skills.
• Focused on driving tasks to completion with pace while retaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Discrete and has a sense of integrity, handling highly sensitive information with absolute confidentiality.

Remote Work:

No

Employment Type:

Full‑time