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Senior Compliance Officer - SCA Licensed

Full time at Caliberly in UAE
Posted on January 30, 2025

Job details

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the primary contact for regulatory bodies ensuring full compliance with UAE regulatory requirements including those mandated by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA).
  • Develop, implement, and monitor compliance policies and procedures in line with UAE Financial Rules and Regulations.
  • Oversee Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) frameworks ensuring adherence to international best practices.
  • Conduct due diligence and risk assessments to identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory compliance reports and filings maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
  • Lead audits, inspections, and reviews to evaluate the organization's compliance with financial crime risk management policies.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to provide training on compliance protocols, financial crime prevention, and regulatory updates.
  • Investigate and report suspicious activities in alignment with UAE's regulatory guidelines.
  • Serve as the organization's Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), managing escalations and regulatory communications.
Required Skills and Qualifications: Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Translation Studies or a related field. Additional certifications in regulatory compliance or financial crime risk are highly valued.
Certifications:
  • Combating Financial Crimes
  • Certified Risk Management Specialist in Targeted Financial Sanctions (CRMSTFS)
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)
  • Certified Compliance Professional (CCP)
  • CAMS Certification (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist)
  • UAE Financial Rules and Regulations expertise
Experience:
  • Minimum of 8 years in compliance, financial crime risk management, or related fields including senior roles in regulatory compliance and AML.
Languages:
  • Proficient in English and Arabic (native or bilingual proficiency). French language skills are an advantage.
Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in compliance reporting, policy development, due diligence, and regulatory frameworks.
Soft Skills:
  • Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks.
Preferred Experience:
  • Prior roles in leading financial institutions or compliance departments such as MLRO or Senior Compliance Officer.
  • Experience working with UAE-based organizations including exposure to SCA regulations and UAE-specific financial laws.
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