Compliance Officer

Job Title: Compliance Officer

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Summary:

Our client is  seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Compliance Officer to join the  team in Dubai. The successful candidate will ensure full compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and internal company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

- Ensure compliance with regulations, including:

- Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

- Know Your Customer (KYC)

- Economic Substance Requirements (ESR)

- Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO)

- UAE corporate law

- Develop and regularly update internal compliance policies and procedures

- Prepare reports for regulatory authorities and assist with internal and external audits

- Monitor compliance risks and respond promptly to any breaches

- Liaise with legal advisors, government entities, and banking institutions

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, or Economics

- Minimum 2 years of experience in compliance (UAE experience preferred)

- Strong knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks, including:

- Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)

- Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)

- Ministry of Economy (MOE)

- Federal Tax Authority (FTA)

- Understanding of AML/KYC procedures and Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards

- Professional-level English (Arabic is a plus)

- Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and a structured approach