Anti-Money Laundering Analyst
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We are one of the largest groups in the MENA region. As the corporate center, we are developing select businesses in our industry adjacencies that are likely to benefit from synergies with our telecom business.The establishment of a Fintech business across our markets is a key priority in the context. We set up a regionally oriented organization that develops & manages the fintech proposition, international partners, branding etc. and works with local subsidiaries for the go-to market.A strong user experience and partner-oriented approach will be the foundation of a long-term differentiation in the market while agile co-creation in the team, an entrepreneurial mindset and a "can do attitude" are key traits we are looking for.Role Accountabilities:The AML Analyst manages the Anti-Money Laundering Compliance programs. The AML Analyst is responsible for identifying, investigating, and reporting suspicious transactions or activities that may be related to money laundering or other financial crimes.The AML Analyst will play a critical role in protecting the mobile money platform and its customers from financial fraud and illegal activitiesDevelop and lead the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing compliance programPerform ongoing due diligence on the identified customers, including analysis of KYC information, AML and CFT checksGather and analyse data for potential patterns identificationContinuously improve monitoring processes, risk ratings and review/investigation routines to improve detectionAnalyze and identify risks and AML concernsReview recent news, court documents, and public/private sector white papersExecute KYC due diligence investigations to meet regulatory requirementsAML transaction monitoring and case reviewAssist with regulatory examinations to ensure the most accurate responses and continuation of good standing for the business.Manage and complete background check processes for all employees, partners, and vendors.Manage and administer annual back-office training programsPrepare written investigative reportsMaintain required organizational documentation, policies, and proceduresExperience & QualificationsBachelor/Master DegreeFluent English - Arabic and French is a plusMinimum of 5 years in AML and CFT program environments with at least 2 years' experience of leading AML/CFT programMust have experience in development of AML/CFT programs from scratchAn eye for details and excellent analytical capabilitiesTo be a solution oriented and street-smart person with an interest in risk, law proceedings and e-commerce/bankingTo enjoy a structured way of working and always put great emphasis on qualityA team player mindset, thriving when working in a highly challenging, ever-changing environmentTo be used to communicating with people cross-functionallyGeneral knowledge of AML, CFT or Fraud is well regarded (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || ()).push({});
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