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Senior Compliance Officer – Transaction Monitoring responsible for overseeing transaction monitoring activities, approving complex alerts, guiding the TM team, and ensuring compliance with UAE Central Bank regulations and AML/CTF policies. The role involves escalating suspicious activity, supporting SAR/STR submissions, tuning rules for effectiveness, and acting as a subject matter expert. Must have 5+ years in transaction monitoring within UAE banks with prior senior or supervisory experience and strong knowledge of UAE AML and CBUAE regulations. Requires independent work capability and strong liaison with MLRO and internal stakeholders.
Requirements
Mandatory Eligibility CriteriaMinimum 5 years’ proven experience in Transaction Monitoring within UAE banksPrior experience in senior or supervisory roles with increased responsibilityStrong understanding of UAE AML, CBUAE regulations, and typologiesAbility to work independently with minimal supervision
Description
Our UAE banking client is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer – Transaction Monitoring to support and oversee transaction monitoring activities, ensuring compliance with UAE Central Bank regulations and internal financial crime frameworks.Key ResponsibilitiesReview and approve complex transaction monitoring alerts and casesProvide guidance and quality assurance to Compliance Officers within the TM teamEnsure timely escalation of suspicious activity in line with AML/CTF policiesSupport SAR/STR preparation and submission where requiredAssist with tuning, optimisation, and rule effectiveness reviewsAct as a subject matter expert for transaction monitoring processesLiaise with MLRO, Compliance Management, and internal stakeholders