dLocal
Compliance Officer- UAE
Job Summary
The role involves overseeing compliance processes related to KYC onboarding, transaction monitoring, AML/CFT, and remittance regulations within the UAE. The candidate will interpret and implement regulatory requirements, develop policies, and maintain relationships with regulators. Key responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, reporting compliance matters, and training staff on regulatory standards. The position requires a strong understanding of UAE's financial regulations and experience in compliance automation and engagement with regulatory bodies.
Required Skills
Job Description
We are looking for a Compliance Officer in the UAE to join our global team. This role will play a crucial role in banking relationships as well as with internal reports.
This role is open to the whole of UAE
- KYC Onboarding:
- Oversee and manage the Know Your Customer (KYC) onboarding process for new customers and update existing ones in UAE
- Ensure compliance with local and international regulatory requirements related to customer identification and verification.
- Transaction Monitoring:
- Implement and enhance transaction monitoring systems to detect and report suspicious activities within the UAE context.
- Conduct periodic reviews and assessments to ensure the effectiveness of transaction monitoring processes.
- AML/CFT Compliance:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for AML/CFT matters in UAE
- Possess in-depth knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CFT) regulations in UAE
- Develop and enforce AML/CFT policies and procedures tailored to the UAE regulatory environment.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Stay abreast of the regulatory landscape governing the payments industry in UAE
- Interpret and communicate regulatory changes, especially those related to AML/CFT requirements, to relevant stakeholders within the organisation.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with regulators in UAE
- Remittance Compliance:
- Develop and implement compliance procedures specific to remittances and cross-border payments in UAE.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements governing remittance services in the UAE market.
- Risk Assessments:
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential compliance risks within the UAE context.
- Collaborate with other departments to implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Reporting:
- Report findings and other compliance matters related to AML/CFT to different stakeholders in UAE in a clear and understandable manner.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders as required by UAE regulations.
- Training and Awareness:
- Provide training to staff on compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, with a specific focus on AML/CFT in the UAE market.
- Foster a culture of compliance awareness within the organisation.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; additional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ACAMS, ICA) are a must.
- 4-6 years of legal experience in consultancy firms, AML, Transaction Monitoring, and KYC within the banking or fintech sector
- Proven experience in a compliance role within the financial services industry, with a focus on payments and remittances.
- Hands-on experience in building or implementing compliance-related automations (e.g., workflows, alerts, reporting systems)
- In-depth knowledge of KYC processes, transaction monitoring, and AML/CFT regulations in UAE
- Familiarity with UAE regulatory frameworks for the payments industry.
- Experience in engaging with regulators in UAE and maintaining positive relationships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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