Senior Advisor (AML/CFT) - Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance Services

Kpmg Llp; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG Kuwait is seeking a Senior Advisor to join the Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance Services to design and strengthen AML/CFT controls for financial institutions.

You will support regulatory advisory engagements, perform risk assessments, develop policies, and train client personnel while working with a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidate has 4-5 years of AML/CFT consulting experience and a proven track record delivering practical compliance solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Law, or a related field.
• 4-5 years of AML/CFT consulting / financial crime advisory experience.
• Experience with banks, investment firms, fintechs, insurance companies, or other regulated entities applying AML/CFT controls.
• Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations, KYC/CDD/EDD requirements, transaction monitoring, and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML/CFT and sanctions risk assessments at enterprise and business-unit levels.
• Review AML frameworks against regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Develop and enhance AML policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
• Perform AML gap assessments and support remediation programs.
• Advise on CDD, EDD, KYC, ongoing monitoring, and transaction monitoring processes.
• Support AML model and transaction monitoring framework reviews and implementation.
• Assist with regulatory initiatives related to AML, CTF, sanctions, and financial crime prevention.
• Conduct independent testing and readiness assessments of AML/CFT programs.
• Deliver AML/CFT training to client personnel and management.
• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and advisory deliverables.
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

AML/CFT consulting

Regulatory compliance

KYC/CDD/EDD

Transaction monitoring

Reporting and analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Law, or a related field

Job description

Senior Advisor (AML/CFT) - Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance Services

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About KPMG Kuwait
20 years of excellence
KPMG has been operating in Kuwait for more than two decades through its member firms KPMG Al-Qenae & Partners and KPMG Advisory W.L.L., providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services.
By enhancing agility, strengthening connectivity and investing in key talent and technology, we are building a future-focused organization that can help tackle critical challenges through trusted insight, advice and analysis.

Local expertise backed by global pedigree
With ~250 employees and 10 partners based in Kuwait, KPMG Kuwait is part of and draws insight from a larger network of KPMG member firms operating in 138 countries and territories with 276,000 partners/employees — ready to help clients navigate complexities that transcend borders.

Making impact matter
KPMG strives to drive positive change — collaborating with and advising key public, private, as well as for- and not-for-profit organizations — to enable progress, prosperity and sustainability that can help build a better world for future generations.

Senior Advisor – Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) Advisory

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated AML professional with 4-5 years of consulting experience to join our Financial Crime Risk Consulting team. The successful candidate will primarily support financial institutions and other regulated entities in designing, assessing, and enhancing their Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT), sanctions, and financial crime compliance frameworks.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of regulatory advisory engagements, helping clients navigate complex compliance requirements, strengthen governance frameworks, and manage financial crime risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct AML/CFT and sanctions risk assessments at enterprise and business unit levels.
• Review and assess client AML frameworks against regulatory requirements and industry leading practices.
• Develop and enhance AML policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
• Perform AML gap assessments and support remediation programs.
• Advise clients on customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), KYC, ongoing monitoring, and transaction monitoring processes and leading practices.
• Support AML model and transaction monitoring framework reviews, optimization, and implementation projects.
• Assist clients in regulatory compliance initiatives related to AML, CTF, sanctions, and financial crime prevention.
• Conduct independent testing and readiness assessments of AML/CFT compliance programs.
• Deliver AML/CFT training and awareness programs to client personnel and management.
• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and advisory deliverables.
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Law, or a related field.
• 4-5 years of experience in AML/CFT consulting / financial crime advisory.
• Experience working with banks, investment firms, fintechs, insurance companies and/or other regulated entities applying strong AML/CFT controls.
• Strong understanding of:
• AML/CFT regulations and regulatory expectations
• KYC/CDD/EDD requirements
• Transaction monitoring and sanctions screening
• Financial crime governance and control frameworks
• Experience managing multiple client engagements simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, report writing, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications is highly desirable:

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
• ICA Advanced Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering
• ICA Diploma in AML
• Relevant risk, audit, or compliance certifications

What We Offer

• Exposure to leading financial institutions and high-profile regulatory projects.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced risk and compliance professionals.
• Continuous learning and professional development.
• Competitive compensation and career progression opportunities.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Ideal Candidate

A proactive consultant who combines strong regulatory knowledge with practical implementation experience. Comfortable engaging with senior client stakeholders, managing complex compliance projects, and delivering high-quality AML advisory solutions that help organizations address regulatory obligations and financial crime risks.