Senior Compliance Officer

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE    |    Salary: Competitive

Job Type :
Permanent
Specialism :
Compliance
Job Reference :
FC/42152

The Senior Compliance Analyst will be responsible for monitoring, assessing, and advising on compliance risks, regulations, and policies across the business. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of UAE regulatory requirements and international compliance standards.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct compliance monitoring and reporting activities
  • Review and update internal policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance, adherence to all applicable legislation and DFSA regulations
  • Act as the designated point of contact for notifications and suspicious activity reporting under DFSA AML regulations
  • Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
  • Support external audits and regulatory inspections
  • Deliver compliance training programs to staff
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory developments within the region

 

Ideal Candidate:

  • Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in compliance, preferably within the financial services or banking sector
  • Strong knowledge of UAE Central Bank regulations (DFSA, CBUAE, federal law, etc), FATF guidelines, and international best practices
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Professional certifications such as CAMS, CRCM, or equivalent are highly desirable