Strategic Head of Compliance & AML/CFT

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 406,000 - 487,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allowance for self

Family medical insurance

Annual air ticket for self and family

Job summary

Islamic Bank in Dubai seeks an experienced Head of Compliance to lead the Bank’s AML/CFT function across UAE operations and to serve as the designated Compliance Officer and MLRO. You will act as the primary liaison with CBUAE, FIU and other regulators.

Overseeing CDD/EDD, sanctions screening, and regulatory reporting, you will drive the compliance program, manage inspections, and advise senior management and the Board on regulatory changes and remediation strategies.

Qualifications

• Must have strong expertise in CBUAE regulations and UAE AML/CFT requirements.
• Proven senior leadership experience managing Compliance teams and senior stakeholders.
• ACAMS certification is required; additional ICA/CFCS or similar qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide overall oversight of the Bank’s Compliance and AML/CFT function across UAE operations.
• Serve as the Bank’s designated Compliance Officer and MLRO, primary liaison with CBUAE, FIU and other regulators.
• Oversee the AML/CFT framework including CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening and SAR/STR reporting.
• Advise Senior Management and the Board on regulatory developments and remediation while managing regulatory inspections.
• Lead the Compliance team and overall compliance program, including training and Board reporting.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML/CFT oversight

Stakeholder leadership

Regulatory engagement

Board liaison

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Job description

Islamic Bank in Dubai seeks an experienced Head of Compliance to lead the Bank’s AML/CFT function across UAE operations and to serve as the designated Compliance Officer and MLRO. You will act as the primary liaison with CBUAE, FIU and other regulators.

Overseeing CDD/EDD, sanctions screening, and regulatory reporting, you will drive the compliance program, manage inspections, and advise senior management and the Board on regulatory changes and remediation strategies.