Senior Compliance Manager

About the Company
A well-established financial services group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Compliance Manager to support and strengthen its Compliance function.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Compliance & Audit, this role plays a key part in maintaining and enhancing the Group’s compliance framework, with particular focus on regulatory compliance, AML/CFT, sanctions, and financial crime prevention.
Responsibilities
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Support the implementation and enhancement of the Group’s compliance framework
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Oversee AML/CFT and financial crime compliance programmes
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Conduct regulatory horizon scanning and assess the impact of new regulations
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Support regulatory reporting, filings, and engagement
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Review AML/Sanctions alerts and high-risk client cases
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Oversee transaction monitoring activities
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Assist with SAR/STR assessments and reporting to the UAE FIU
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Prepare compliance reports for Senior Management and Board Committees
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Contribute to compliance monitoring reviews and internal training initiatives
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Act as MLRO in the absence of the appointed MLRO (where required)
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field

Required Skills
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Professional certifications such as ICA, CAMS, or equivalent preferred
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in Compliance within financial institutions
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Strong understanding of applicable regional regulatory frameworks
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Experience within ADGM-regulated entities is highly preferred
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Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail