Compliance AML Agent
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Job Description
Job Title: Compliance AML Agent
Location: Abu dhabi
Job Type: FullTime
Department: Compliance / Risk Management
Position Summary:
The Compliance AML Agent will be responsible for monitoring investigating and reporting suspicious activities in compliance with local and international AML regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of AML frameworks excellent analytical skills and a proactive approach to risk management.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct daily monitoring and analysis of transactions for potential money laundering or suspicious activity
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Perform customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews
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Investigate alerts generated by AML monitoring systems and escalate cases as needed
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Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and submit them in a timely and accurate manner
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Maintain proper documentation of investigations findings and decisionmaking processes
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Stay up to date on AML laws regulations and industry best practices
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Assist in internal and external audits and regulatory examinations
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Support the continuous improvement of AML policies procedures and controls
Qualifications:
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Bachelors degree in Finance Law Criminal Justice or a related field
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13 years of experience in AML compliance or financial crime investigations
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Familiarity with AML laws regulations and standards (e.g. BSA USA PATRIOT Act FATF)
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Strong analytical investigative and reporting skills
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
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AML certification (e.g. ACAMS ICA) is a plus
Employment Type
Full Time
