Compliance AML Agent

Job Title: Compliance AML Agent
Location: Abu dhabi
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Compliance / Risk Management

Position Summary:
The Compliance AML Agent will be responsible for monitoring, investigating, and reporting suspicious activities in compliance with local and international AML regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of AML frameworks, excellent analytical skills, and a proactive approach to risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily monitoring and analysis of transactions for potential money laundering or suspicious activity

• Perform customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews

• Investigate alerts generated by AML monitoring systems and escalate cases as needed

• Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and submit them in a timely and accurate manner

• Maintain proper documentation of investigations, findings, and decision-making processes

• Stay up to date on AML laws, regulations, and industry best practices

• Assist in internal and external audits and regulatory examinations

• Support the continuous improvement of AML policies, procedures, and controls

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Criminal Justice, or a related field

• 13 years of experience in AML, compliance, or financial crime investigations

• Familiarity with AML laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, FATF)

• Strong analytical, investigative, and reporting skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality

• AML certification (e.g., ACAMS, ICA) is a plus