Senior Compliance Officer - Sanctions (12 Month Contract)

Job Title: Senior Compliance Officer - Sanctions (12 Month Contract)

We are hiring a Senior Compliance Officer on a 12-month contract to focus on sanctions screening and financial crime compliance at a leading UAE bank. You will work closely with Transaction Monitoring, KYC/AML, and Client Acceptance teams to manage risks and ensure regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Do:Review sanctions alerts and investigate potential hitsEscalate issues and prepare clear reports for management and regulatorsCollaborate with teams to strengthen compliance coverageSupport audits, regulatory reviews, and internal compliance projectsHelp enhance sanctions screening processes

What We’re Looking For:Experience in sanctions screening or financial crime compliance in UAE banks/financial institutionsSolid understanding of UAE sanctions, AML, and KYC regulationsFamiliarity with screening systems (Actimize, FICO, NICE, etc.) is a plusCAMS or ICA certifications preferredStrong analytical skills and attention to detail