Compliance Analyst - ADGM

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines related to Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) in UAE (e.g. UAE FIU and ADGM Rulebook requirements). 
• Work closely with FCI, Global Sanctions Operation and the local ADGM compliance teams to review, adjudicate and report in a timely manner any suspicious activities that may indicate potential money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions and other criminal activities. 
• Partner with relevant internal stakeholders to strengthen quality of SARs and other external reporting to the UAE FIU, and ensure consistency, accuracy and timeliness 
• Ensure that applicable regulatory reporting timeframes as per the UAE FIU reporting requirements are met
• Proficient in compliance applications and programmes, regulatory reporting, local compliance requirements and international best practice 
• Good knowledge on provisions of local laws, directives, regulations and otherwise standards applicable to subject persons, and knowledge of upcoming regulation on virtual currency 
• Participate in internal and external programs related to AML/ CFT and other subjects that may form part of the day to day work requirements
• Action any general administration and ancillary activities as may be required and related to the above functions, in accordance with the business requirements of the Company a local / ADGM regulatory requirements 
• Support the local Compliance Management team with the implementation of new initiatives and improvements related to systems, policies and procedures 

Requirements

3 years of compliance experience 
Strong core SAR writing expertise for 2+ years
The candidate should have 3 years of FI experience, preferably from the UAE, on AML/transaction monitoring process
SAR report writing skills
Sound financial crime compliance knowledge
Strong knowledge of suspicious activity related regulations and guidelines
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite and/or Mac equivalent (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Pages, Numbers, Keynotes)
Experience with compliance software and tools is a plus
Professional certifications in compliance or AML (Anti-Money Laundering) are a plus