Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Specialist

Location: Hybrid / Remote (South Africa, working UAE hours)
Type: Full-time | Employed by GCO, working with one of our UAE partners

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Specialist to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive AML and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) framework. The successful candidate will design, draft, and maintain AML/CTF policies, ensuring compliance with both local and international regulatory standards.

This is a strategic role requiring expertise in drafting and implementing AML frameworks, developing money transfer policies, and advising on regulatory requirements. The position is well-suited to a professional with strong technical knowledge, policy drafting experience, and a proven track record within financial services or professional advisory environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, implement, and maintain AML and CTF policies and procedures aligned with international best practices.

• Develop money transfer operating frameworks and advise on relevant banking regulations.

• Monitor regulatory updates to ensure policies remain current and compliant.

• Conduct risk assessments of transactions and client activities, escalating suspicious activity reports as required.

• Deliver AML/CTF training and awareness sessions to internal teams.

• Establish internal controls, documentation standards, and reporting lines to ensure compliance.

• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and banking partners as needed.

• Provide advisory input on related areas such as internal audit, valuations, and feasibility studies as the role expands.