AML Analyst

Job Description – AML Analyst

Position: AML Analyst

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily transaction monitoring activities to identify, investigate, and escalate potential suspicious activities in line with AML and CTF regulations.
• Review alerts generated by monitoring systems and ensure timely resolution in accordance with internal policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare detailed investigation reports, documenting findings and recommendations for escalation to the MLRO/Compliance team.
• Stay updated on UAE Central Bank and international regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) standards.
• Collaborate with compliance, legal, and business units to support the bank’s AML/CTF programme.
• Assist in periodic audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews related to AML/CTF processes.
• Recommend improvements in monitoring systems, processes, and controls to strengthen AML compliance.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of proven expertise in transaction monitoring within a UAE bank.
• Strong knowledge of the UAE regulatory environment and international AML/CTF frameworks.
• Professional certifications such as ACAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or ICA (International Compliance Association) highly preferred.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and reporting skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred:

• Experience in working with advanced transaction monitoring systems.
• Knowledge of sanctions screening, KYC/CDD, and other FCC processes.
• Previous experience in banking or financial services regulatory compliance.