Compliance Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Compliance Officer

Job Description: As a Compliance Officer specializing in Islamic Banking, you will be responsible for ensuring a UAE-based Islamic banking institution operates in full compliance with AML regulations, UAE banking laws, commercial banking operations, accounting principles, and transaction monitoring requirements. You will apply strong knowledge of Sharia-compliant financial products and Islamic banking regulatory standards to build and maintain an effective compliance programme.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the Islamic banking institution operates in full compliance with AML regulations, UAE banking laws, and applicable regulatory standards
• Apply strong knowledge of AML regulations, UAE banking laws, commercial banking operations, accounting principles, and transaction monitoring
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures aligned with Islamic banking and Sharia-compliant finance requirements
• Conduct KYC, CDD, and EDD reviews for Islamic banking client onboarding and ongoing monitoring
• Monitor transactions and investigate suspicious activity in accordance with UAE AML/CFT regulatory requirements
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and compliance submissions to UAE financial authorities
• Deliver compliance training covering Islamic banking regulatory requirements and AML/CFT standards
• Provide compliance advisory to business teams on Islamic banking product compliance and regulatory matters

Qualifications Needed:

• Strong knowledge of AML regulations, UAE banking laws, commercial banking operations, accounting principles, and transaction monitoring — required
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel for compliance documentation and regulatory reporting
• Understanding of Islamic banking products, Sharia-compliant finance, and applicable regulatory frameworks
• Experience in compliance, AML/KYC, or regulatory roles within UAE banking or Islamic financial services
• Relevant AML or compliance qualification (CAMS, ICA, or equivalent) preferred
• Arabic language skills strongly preferred for UAE Islamic banking compliance engagement

What the Company Offers:

• Compliance Officer role at a UAE Islamic banking institution with AML and banking law compliance mandate

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