I am working with a leading Global Bank on a search for a new MLRO to join their Compliance Department based in the Dubai(DIFC) office. The role holder will be responsible for managing Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorism Financing(AML/CTF) controls within the DIFC and QFC jurisdictions for the Bank. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 to 10 years experience in a similar role and currently or previously have been an authorised MLRO with one or more of the UAE or Qatar regulators. Responsibilities include:
Divisional MLRO for DIFC & QFC branches.
AML/CTF Policies & procedures.
Identify changes in local law and understand their potential impact on the bank.
Lead on the implementation of AML/CTF processes and procedures.
Provide specialist advice & support to the business and operational teams in relation to AML/CTF policy and high risk client relationships.
All other AML/CTF activities including monitoring, reporting, policies & procedures maintenance and enhancement.
Interact with local regulators and other agencies, including responding to regulatory requests and queries, filing annual returns and understand current regulatory themes; and
Review suspicious activity reports and oversee their filing with the relevant authorities.
Experience and qualifications required:
Preferably minimum of 8-10 years experience in Anti-Money Laundering or a related discipline with an international or a large financial institution in the UAE.
Currently registered as an MLRO with one of the UAE regulators (SCA/DFSA/FSRA) on behalf of their firm.
Good understanding of SCA/DFSA/FSRA/QFCRA AML/CTF rules and regulations.
Familiarity with some or all the Banks business lines (Institutional Sales and Trading, Investment Banking/ Capital Markets and Investment Management)
The candidate must hold ACAMS qualification (or currently working towards the certification) and preferably have an academic qualification in Law/Finance/Accountancy
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