A leading organisation within the financial services sector is seeking a Risk Manager specifically within Financial Crime. You should be a professional manager from within the compliance and financial crime division within the financial services sector in the UAE. The successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring financial crime risk, conducting reviews, and supporting an environment of continuous improvement.  

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse, and assess financial crime risk data and industry trends
• Perform reviews and examinations to evaluate AML/CFT and financial crime controls
• Assess compliance with the relevant UAE regulatory laws, rules, and policies
• Prepare clear and concise reports
• Identify financial crime risks and policy gaps, recommending corrective actions where appropriate
• Support and enhance financial crime guidelines and frameworks
• Maintain accurate records, management information and reporting tools
• Provide internal guidance and advisory support, educating others
• Contribute to strategic financial risk projects

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics or Commerce, Law
• Additional relevant professional certifications are considered advantageous
• 5–7 years’ experience within financial crime compliance, AML/CFT, regulatory oversight and understanding and risk management within financial services
• A strong understanding of AML/CFT frameworks, FATF standards and regulatory methodologies
• Experience conducting risk assessments, reviews, investigations, and compliance monitoring activities
• Strong analytical, report writing, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced, multicultural, and process driven environment

Ref: TH180155