Financial Crime Strategy Lead

PwC - United Arab Emirates; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Riyadh is seeking a Manager – Financial Crime with 5–8 years of experience in financial services. You will lead AML and fraud risk management engagements, design compliance frameworks, and manage project teams. Ideal candidates will have a relevant bachelor's degree, professional certifications, and proficiency in English and Arabic. The role requires travel flexibility and offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in financial services or consulting focused on compliance or financial crime.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic (verbal and written).
• Flexibility to travel 60% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements on AML, CFT, sanctions, and fraud risk management.
• Design and implement financial crime compliance frameworks.
• Manage project teams to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Technology or related field

Master's degree

Professional certifications such as ACAMS

Job description

A leading professional services firm in Riyadh is seeking a Manager – Financial Crime with 5–8 years of experience in financial services. You will lead AML and fraud risk management engagements, design compliance frameworks, and manage project teams. Ideal candidates will have a relevant bachelor's degree, professional certifications, and proficiency in English and Arabic. The role requires travel flexibility and offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.