Senior Compliance Officer

We are working with an international law firm to hire a Senior Compliance Officer in Dubai. In this role, you will act as a pivotal leader within a global business acceptance function, balancing high-level technical escalations with the day-to-day supervision of a dedicated compliance pod.
The firm is looking for an experienced business acceptance professional with a background in legal services, a sophisticated understanding of international AML and conflicts regulations, and the leadership qualities necessary to mentor a growing team.
The responsibilities will include:
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Acting as the primary point of escalation for complex queries regarding conflicts, AML, CDD, and third-party payor issues.
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Managing and fair allocation of client onboarding and matter opening workflows to ensure accurate and prompt completion.
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Supervising a small team of Compliance Officers, providing consistent mentoring and ensuring a unified approach to risk resolution.
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Leading discussions with partners and fee earners to resolve intricate regulatory and commercial conflicts.
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Conducting sanctions screenings and collaborating with subject matter experts to mitigate risks associated with new instructions.
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Delivering comprehensive business acceptance training to legal teams, support staff, and internal compliance colleagues.
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Assisting with the project management of software upgrades, including testing system functionality and improving internal processes.
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Contributing to the drafting and review of firm-wide compliance policies and supporting lateral hire searches.
If you are a resilient leader looking to influence the compliance landscape of a top-tier firm, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now to take the next step in your career.
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