AML & Sanctions Compliance Lead

HSBC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

HSBC Saudi Arabia seeks a Compliance professional to support the Senior Manager in meeting regulatory obligations by implementing sanctions policy, AML and CTF in line with CMA rules.

You will review CDD/EDD, escalate sanctions and AML risks, interact with CMA, and help maintain an effective compliance training program. This role requires independent judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple regulators, audits and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Accountancy, Business Administration or any other relevant field
• Master’s Degree in Risk Management is preferred
• Certified Bank Compliance Officer (CBCO), CRCM, or CRCP is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Provide support to regulatory compliance, AML/CTF, and sanctions policy implementation.
• Review and assess customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence information.
• Escalate sanctions exposure or AML issues to appropriate committees for approval.
• Interact with CMA and other regulatory authorities; communicate regulatory inquiries and responses.
• Assist with risk reporting, audits, and remediation actions to address FC gaps.
• Ensure timely and comprehensive reporting on AML, sanctions, tax evasion, fraud, and surveillance activities.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field

Master’s Degree in Risk Management (preferred)

Job description

HSBC Saudi Arabia seeks a Compliance professional to support the Senior Manager in meeting regulatory obligations by implementing sanctions policy, AML and CTF in line with CMA rules.

You will review CDD/EDD, escalate sanctions and AML risks, interact with CMA, and help maintain an effective compliance training program. This role requires independent judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple regulators, audits and internal controls.