Junior Compliance Executive
Job Description
Job Description
Position: Junior Compliance Executive – AML & RiskLocation: Dubai, UAE
Experience:0–5 Years
Industry: Crypto Exchange / Digital Asset Trading
Role Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Compliance Executive to support Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT), and fraud risk management functions. This role is suitable for fresh graduates as well as candidates with up to 5 years of experience who are looking to build a career in compliance within the digital asset ecosystem.
Candidates who have completed the CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification will be strongly preferred. This role provides hands-on exposure to financial crime prevention, regulatory compliance, and risk monitoring in a fast-paced fintech environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesCompliance & AML Support- Assist in KYC (Know Your Customer) and CDD (Customer Due Diligence) verification.
- Support enhanced due diligence (EDD) for higher-risk profiles.
- Maintain accurate AML and compliance records.
- Assist in preparing reports and regulatory documentation.
- Follow internal compliance policies and procedures.
- Review alerts generated by transaction monitoring systems.
- Identify and escalate suspicious activities to senior team members.
- Assist in maintaining investigation records and reports.
- Support periodic risk reviews and data analysis.
- Help identify patterns indicating potential fraud or suspicious behavior.
- Assist in preliminary investigations of flagged transactions.
- Ensure proper documentation of findings.
- Maintain organized records for audits and compliance reviews.
- Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date.
- Assist in preparing summaries for internal stakeholders.
- Work closely with Risk, Operations, and Product teams.
- Participate in compliance training programs.
- Stay updated on AML/CFT regulations, especially in crypto and fintech.
- Contribute to building a strong compliance culture.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
- 0–5 years of experience in compliance, risk, or financial services (freshers can apply).
- Basic understanding of AML/KYC concepts is a plus.
- CAMS certification (completed or in progress) is highly preferred.
- Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Basic knowledge of MS Excel and data handling.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- High integrity and professional ethics.