Senior AML Officer - ref. c16839903
Solvecube Pte. Ltd. Dubai
Job Description
SolveCube is an award winning AI enabled Talent Solutions Platform for middle and senior level professionals. SolveCube is working with global consulting firms, mid and large enterprises across Asia Pacific and Middle East to fulfill their talent needs for permanent, short-term, part-time, interim and turnkey assignments.
One of our clients, a respected regional bank is looking to recruit Senior Officer AMLto be based in Dubai, UAE.
P.S- Only UAE Nationals will be considered for this role.- JOB TITLE
- DEPARTMENT
- REPORTING TO
- JOB PURPOSE
- PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Conduct in-depth investigations, as per internal procedures, into alerts escalated as unusual transactions to determine whether they should be reported to the MLRO/DMLRO and potentially escalated to the UAE Central Bank's FIU.
- Assign suspicious transaction/activity reports received internally to the level 2 team.
- Document the rationale and analysis for closure or escalation of cases by level 2.
- Oversee complex investigations arising from Senior Management, Whistleblowing, or data analytics.
- Review all cases generated by AML Level 2, advise team members, conclude investigations, and make decisions.
- Review and close staff alerts within TAT.
- Support the AML Manager in daily AML transaction monitoring activities.
- Liaise with business units on escalated matters and provide guidance.
- Make decisions on retention cases prior to final decisions by MLRO or DMLRO.
- Provide AML/CFT guidance across all business lines.
- Assist with reviewing suspicious cases during high volumes or limited staffing periods.
- Log and escalate all AML/CFT breaches or potential breaches.
- Efficiently manage resources and prioritize system enhancements or upgrades.
- JOB CONTEXT
The jobholder ensures timely and accurate AML investigations, providing support to the Manager Financial Crime and ensuring compliance with local and international AML regulations. The role demands integrity, independence, and specialized knowledge in banking compliance.
- COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- DIMENSIONS OF THE JOB
- FRAMEWORK, BOUNDARIES & DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY
- QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
- Background in investigations and strong understanding of AML red flags.
- Familiarity with banking systems, concepts, and best practices.
- EXPERIENCE
- SKILLS
- Proficiency in English; Arabic preferred.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Understanding of account opening, payments, and card transactions.
- Problem-solving and report writing skills.
- COMPETENCIES
- Team player
- Takes initiative
- Motivated and positive
- Assertive and confident
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