UAE Onboarding & KYC/KYB Compliance Specialist

OSL; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm based in Dubai is looking for a Customer Onboarding Officer to manage onboarding processes for retail and institutional clients. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in KYC/KYB and AML operations, along with a relevant degree. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, validating client documents, and ensuring that client records are accurate and compliant. Professional certifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in client onboarding, KYC/KYB, AML operations, or compliance.
• Experience onboarding individuals and legal entities, including corporate ownership.
• Knowledge of UAE AML/CFT regulations and customer due diligence principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage first-line client onboarding for retail and institutional clients.
• Conduct KYC for individuals and KYB for legal entities.
• Perform risk assessments and screen clients against sanctions and PEP lists.

Skills

KYC/KYB experience

Risk assessment

AML/CFT knowledge

Client onboarding

Sanctions and PEP screening

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law, or related field

Job description

A financial services firm based in Dubai is looking for a Customer Onboarding Officer to manage onboarding processes for retail and institutional clients. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in KYC/KYB and AML operations, along with a relevant degree. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, validating client documents, and ensuring that client records are accurate and compliant. Professional certifications are advantageous.