UAE AML & Regulatory Compliance Lead

elnaggarlegal; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Elnaggar amp Partners is seeking a Compliance Officer with UAE compliance experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of AML/CFT, KYC, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with UAE laws and internal policies, conducting KYC/CDD/EDD, and maintaining regulatory records. For the right candidate, growth and influence across regulatory affairs and governance are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent in Law, Finance, or related field.
• 3–6 years of compliance, AML, risk or regulatory experience in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of UAE AML/CFT regulations, KYC, and sanctions screening.
• Professional certifications (ICA, ACAMS, CRCM, or equivalent) are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UAE laws, regulations and internal policies.
• Conduct KYC, CDD, EDD client onboarding screening and risk assessments.
• Maintain AML CFT policies, compliance controls and regulatory records.
• Monitor regulatory developments and support compliance reporting.
• Assist with audits, investigations and regulatory filings.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, banks and external advisors.
• Deliver compliance training and promote compliance awareness.
• Support corporate governance, data protection and risk management initiatives.
• Track compliance deadlines, renewals and reporting obligations.

Skills

KYC screening

CDD/EDD

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory liaison

Audit support

Regulatory reporting

Training & awareness

Data protection & governance

Education

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

Tools

ICA

ACAMS

CRCM

Job description

Elnaggar amp Partners is seeking a Compliance Officer with UAE compliance experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of AML/CFT, KYC, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with UAE laws and internal policies, conducting KYC/CDD/EDD, and maintaining regulatory records. For the right candidate, growth and influence across regulatory affairs and governance are available.