Overview
Compliance Officer Jobs in Dubai, UAE at Raseed Invest Limited
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Compliance Officer & MLRO to join our team, with a focus on supporting our compliance function. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the DIFC or ADGM regulatory framework (particularly Category 3C or Category 4) and demonstrate expertise across a broad range of compliance and AML activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional to contribute to and influence a strong culture of regulatory integrity and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, review, and revise compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure alignment with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Oversee all aspects of client and business partner onboarding, conduct of business monitoring, compliance training, and regulatory reporting.
- Conduct due diligence and ongoing AML reviews for new and existing clients and business partners.
- Serve as the key point of contact with regulators for all AML/CFT and sanctions-related matters, ensuring the implementation of effective and sustainable controls.
- Lead and manage all regulatory communications, correspondence, and meetings with regulatory authorities.
- Monitor and enhance systems and controls to identify and mitigate AML risks, addressing any gaps through pragmatic and actionable solutions.
- Prepare compliance reports for senior management, auditors, and external regulatory bodies as required.
- Stay current with regulatory changes and evolving best practices, conducting gap and impact analysis for timely adaptation.
- Provide timely, accurate support on compliance-related queries from both internal and external stakeholders.
- Review marketing materials and communications to ensure compliance with regulatory and scheme requirements.
- Contribute to operational risk management by identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential risks, and recommending process improvements.
- Oversee and monitor compliance progress across our entities in different jurisdictions.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of industry experience, with at least 2 years in a compliance and AML-focused role within wealth management/investments.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
- Qualified CISI or ACAMS professional.
- Prior experience working in compliance consultancies supporting Category 3C or 4 firms within ADGM or DIFC, or in financial institutions, is highly preferred.
- Strong technical knowledge of key regulatory areas including AML/CFT, sanctions, conduct of business rules, FATCA/CRS, and data protection.
Title: Compliance Officer
Company: Raseed Invest Limited
Location: Dubai, UAE
