AML / Anti - Money Laundering

This job opportunity is for an AML/Anti-Money Laundering role at a Multi-Billion $ Investment Manager in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The position involves reviewing onboarding requirements, attending AML events, drafting regulatory filings, assisting with compliance audits, and conducting AML training. Candidates should have 4-6 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. It offers excellent career progression and benefits.
• Opportunity to be part of a top Multi-Billion $ Investment Manager
• Excellent Career Progression & Benefits

About Our Client

The client is a Multi-Billion $ Investment Manager.

Job Description
• Review and assist in the formulation and assessment of the onboarding requirements of the Company.
• Attend AML webinars, AML conferences, ADGM FSRA Outreach sessions and EOCN meetings.
• Review and/or translate the key AML circulars and notices issued by the various regulatory and government bodies.
• Draft Regulatory Filings such as AML Return, Thematic Reviews
• Assist in the creation or updating of various AML, Business Risk Assessment and Client Risk Assessment policies and procedures in conjunction with the rules and regulations.
• Assist in the formulation of AML responses to various regulatory and government bodies.
• Assist in the Business and Client risk assessment and other internal AML requirements of the Company.
• Assist in the external AML reporting requirements on GoAML, EOCN and various other AML platforms.
• Assist the Compliance Officer in undertaking various Compliance Audits for the Company in relation to AML.
• Assist the Compliance Officer in carrying out the Compliance Monitoring Programme of the Company in relation to AML.
• Assist in the Internal Audit requirements and inspection for the Company in relation to AML.
• Assist in the AML training requirements for the Company and the Board of Directors.
• Assist in the monitoring and inspection/testing of the various AML controls in place.
• Assist in the AML and client's record keeping requirements as per the applicable rules and regulations.
• Review and assist in the formulation and assessment of the onboarding requirements of the Company.
• Attend AML webinars, AML conferences, ADGM FSRA Outreach sessions and EOCN meetings.
• Review and/or translate the key AML circulars and notices issued by the various regulatory and government bodies.
• Draft Regulatory Filings such as AML Return, Thematic Reviews
• Assist in the creation or updating of various AML, Business Risk Assessment and Client Risk Assessment policies and procedures in conjunction with the rules and regulations.
• Assist in the formulation of AML responses to various regulatory and government bodies.
• Assist in the Business and Client risk assessment and other internal AML requirements of the Company.
• Assist in the external AML reporting requirements on GoAML, EOCN and various other AML platforms.
• Assist the Compliance Officer in undertaking various Compliance Audits for the Company in relation to AML.
• Assist the Compliance Officer in carrying out the Compliance Monitoring Programme of the Company in relation to AML.
• Assist in the Internal Audit requirements and inspection for the Company in relation to AML.
• Assist in the AML training requirements for the Company and the Board of Directors.
• Assist in the monitoring and inspection/testing of the various AML controls in place.
• Assist in the AML and client's record keeping requirements as per the applicable rules and regulations.

The Successful Applicant
• 4 - 6 years relevant experience can be gained through entry-level and/or senior level positions in the financial services industry.
• Strong analytical skills to analyse data and identify suspicious activity.
• Familiarity with UAE AML laws and regulations, Corporate Governance as well as other regulatory compliance requirements in line with ADGM/DIFC.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations and write clear and concise reports.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using relevant software tools and databases.
• Knowledge of the financial services industry and products offered.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance rules and regulations, and investigative techniques.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High ethical standards and integrity to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

What's On Offer
• Opportunity to be part of a top Multi-Billion $ Investment Manager
• Excellent Career Progression & Benefits

Contact

Asma Siddiqui

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