Junior Compliance Officer

Job Description

ABOUT US

HAYMAN-WOODWARD is a globally recognized immigration and advisory firm. Based in Dubai, UAE, with

offices across 9 countries, we specialize in facilitating seamless global transitions for individuals and

businesses.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Junior Compliance Officer, you will support the Compliance and MLRO function in ensuring adherence to DFSA regulatory requirements, with a particular focus on AML, sanctions, and financial crime prevention. The role requires a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a controlled and high-compliance environment.

Your responsibilities include:

Regulatory Compliance & Monitoring:

• Supporting the implementation and ongoing maintenance of compliance frameworks in line with DFSA regulations. Monitoring internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory adherence.

AML & Sanctions Oversight:

• Conducting Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), sanctions screening, and ongoing monitoring. Identifying and escalating potential financial crime risks, including suspicious activity.

Risk Assessment:

• Conducting and regularly updating enterprise-wide and client-specific AML/CFT risk assessments.

Policy & Procedure Management:

• Supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of AML/CFT policies, procedures, and controls.

Regulatory Reporting, Documentation & Liaison:

• Maintaining accurate compliance records and supporting regulatory reporting obligations, including familiarity with goAML reporting where applicable. Acting as a point of contact for the UAE FIU, DFSA and other relevant authorities on AML/CFT matters.

Reporting & Governance:

• Preparing regular reports (quarterly/semi-annual) for senior management on AML program effectiveness, key risks, deficiencies, and remediation plan.

Training & Advisory:

• Delivering AML/CFT training to staff & management, while providing day-to-day compliance support to internal stakeholders.

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant compliance experience, specifically within DFSA-regulated environments (AML, sanctions, financial crime).
• Candidates with ADGM experience may also be considered.
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, Compliance, or a related field.
• Legal qualifications or experience are an advantage.
• AML/CFT certifications (CAMS, ICA, or equivalent) are desirable.

• Strong understanding of DFSA regulatory framework, UAE AML/CFT laws, FATF standards.
• Familiarity with transaction monitoring tools, KYC/CDD processes, sanctions screening, and goAML reporting.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and reporting skills.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to identify, assess, and escalate compliance risks effectively.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact with internal stakeholders and regulators.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy, integrity, and accountability.

• Start Date: June 1st, 2026.
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
• Location: Dubai (on-site)
• Compensation & Benifits:
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Current clients or family members of employees are not eligible.