20 Financial Compliance jobs in the United Arab Emirates
Partner, Financial Crime Compliance - Middle East
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Manager - Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Advisory
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Job Title: Manager – Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Advisory
Location: (Insert location or “Hybrid / Remote”)
Type: Full-time
As a Manager in the Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Advisory practice , you will lead and oversee high-quality client engagements to assess and enhance FCC systems and controls. You will manage the overall project lifecycle, leading and supporting project teams under the oversight of senior leadership, ensuring successful delivery of complex and diverse engagements while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
About the FCC Advisory PracticeOur FCC Advisory team focuses on:
- Independent FCC Program assessments , third-party validations, and monitorships.
- AML Program development, uplift, and remediation , including the design and implementation of core FCC program components such as risk assessments, policy and procedure development, and target operating model design.
- FCC technology support , including independent validation and optimization of transaction monitoring and sanctions systems, and support during vendor selection and implementation phases.
Lead and deliver high-quality client engagements (small to medium-sized projects) and workstreams within large-scale programs, including:
- Performing AML Program Assessments and Internal Audits.
- Conducting gap analyses and executing agreed-upon procedures (AUPs).
- Participating in third-party validations and monitorships.
- Developing and executing FCC risk assessments, risk appetite statements, policies and procedures, transaction monitoring typology assessments, and customer risk assessment models.
- Supporting clients in designing or enhancing target operating models.
- Conducting or supporting AML vendor system assessments.
- Supporting regulatory interactions and delivering FCC training sessions for Boards and across all lines of defense.
- Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, including client updates, progress tracking, billing, and quality assurance.
- Oversee project engagement formalities, including conflict checks, client acceptance, and documentation.
- Drive business development activities, including proposal preparation, marketing initiatives, and thought leadership.
- Lead and participate in client meetings, providing strategic insights and actionable recommendations.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop junior team members to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring clear and effective communication at all levels.
Essential Requirements
- 7–9 years of experience in Financial Crime Advisory (consulting) or within financial institutions (2nd line of defense with advisory responsibilities).
- Strong practical understanding of the key components of a robust FCC program.
- Familiarity with AML/CFT, CPF, and sanctions regulatory frameworks in the UAE or other key international jurisdictions (e.g., UK, EU, Singapore, Hong Kong).
- Proven track record in leading small to mid-sized AML advisory projects and key workstreams within large-scale initiatives.
- Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and business development experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with a positive and proactive attitude.
- Ability to thrive in a multicultural, fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Preferred (Advantageous)
- Professional qualifications such as CAMS, ICA, CFE , or equivalent certifications.
- Experience in assessing financial crime systems (e.g., transaction monitoring and sanctions screening).
- Knowledge of broader financial crime areas such as Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Fraud, or Market Abuse .
- Experience contributing to business development and proposal preparation.
- Proficiency in Arabic (advantageous but not required).
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Corporate / Commercial Lawyer – Financial Regulation & Compliance
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We are seeking a Corporate / Commercial Lawyer for our Group of Companies to provide expert legal guidance across a variety of business financial transactions, contracts, and corporate matters. The role requires a deep understanding of the law, regulations, and general principles of commercially favorable jurisdictions, with the ability to provide strategic advice to support business growth and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate is mature, well-versed in cross-border transactions, and able to operate with the highest level of professionalism and discretion. Key Responsibilities • Provide legal advice & ensure company’s compliance with financial laws, regulations, and contractual obligations applicable locally and internationally • Provide corporate support, entity formation, Structure SPVs or joint ventures for large-scale developments, shareholder changes, board resolutions, corporate secretarial work, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic transactions • Support licensing processes and maintain relations with local and international regulatory authorities • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, SLAs, shareholder agreements, investment contracts, cooperation agreements, Escrow arrangements, and development rights • Monitor / Assist in the development, review & compliance of internal policies (ESR, AML, KYC, FATF, UBO regulations etc.) • Work closely with cross functional teams (compliance, finance, operations, business) • Monitor regulatory developments and assess their legal impact on the business, provide legal risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential liabilities • Liaise with regulatory authorities, external counsel, and other stakeholders as needed, Ensure compliance with DLD / RERA regulations • Monitor updates in UAE real estate law, including escrow and off-plan sales rules
Requirements
• Hold a bachelor’s law degree (LLB) from a reputable law college (ideally LLM qualified) • Prior UAE Experience, working with multinational corporations or large-scale commercial transactions (preferably with exposure to international laws) • Excellent communication skills in English & Arabic (additional languages are an advantage) • Able to Join immediately
About the company
Prime Sources Raw Materials Trading LLC is a proud subsidiary of a well reputed Group of Companies based in UAE, known for its excellence across diverse industries. Backed by the Groups legacy and resources, the company delivers premium solutions in industrial sector, combining global standards with local insight to drive growth, compliance, and brand prestige.
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Associate Professor in Law - Financial Crime, Banking & Compliance
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Assistant Manager- FATCA CRS- Compliance | Financial Services| Orient Insurance PJSC
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Assistant Manager- FATCA CRS- Compliance | Financial Services| Orient Insurance PJSC
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al‑Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al‑Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al‑Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity, Al‑Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager - FATCA & CRS Compliance who will ensure strict adherence to FATCA and CRS regulatory obligations. This role involves developing and implementing effective FATCA CRS compliance programs, conducting due diligence reviews, managing reporting obligations, and proactively mitigating risks of non‑compliance in line with UAE regulatory requirements.
What you will do:- Provide compliance oversight and governance for FATCA and CRS across the organization
- Develop, implement, and maintain FATCA CRS policies, guidelines, procedures, and internal controls in line with regulatory requirements
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of FATCA and CRS reports to the regulatory authorities
- Monitor internal processes to ensure correct collection, validation, and retention of self‑certifications and KYC documentation
- Conduct due diligence on new and existing clients to determine FATCA CRS classification and reporting obligations
- Identify and resolve gaps or inconsistencies in client documentation related to tax residency
- Monitor FATCA and CRS regulatory changes, assess their impact, and update management and internal procedures promptly to ensure continued compliance
- Collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure proper implementation of FATCA CRS controls and reporting systems
- Liaise with regulators, auditors, and supervisory authorities in connection with FATCA CRS compliance reviews and examinations.
- Provide training and guidance to relevant teams to ensure awareness and compliance with FATCA CRS obligations
- Escalate complex or high‑risk cases to Senior Management and ensure all risks are clearly highlighted and approved
- Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage confidently with internal stakeholders and clients
- Working knowledge of reporting systems, data validation tools, and compliance monitoring solutions
- Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to collaborate across departments
- Minimum 4 to 5 years of FATCA CRS compliance experience in insurance, banking, or financial services in the UAE
- Bachelor’s degree in law, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
- CAMS, ICA, or equivalent certifications are preferred
- Strong knowledge of FATCA CRS and KYC regulations and understanding of industry best practices & internal controls
Orient Insurance Company commenced operations in 1982 as a part of the reputed Al‑Futtaim Group and has since recorded a progressively steady growth. The Company is counted among the leaders in the UAE insurance market. Orient Insurance Company has a paid‑up capital of AED 500 Million which is the highest in the insurance industry in UAE. With head office in Dubai, the company serves its clientele through an extensive branch network in Jebel Ali, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah in UAE, Muscat in Sultanate of Oman, Riyadh in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.
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Assistant Manager- FATCA CRS- Compliance | Financial Services| Orient Insurance PJSC
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Assistant Manager- FATCA CRS- Compliance | Financial Services| Orient Insurance PJSC
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity, Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager - FATCA & CRS Compliance who will ensure strict adherence to FATCA and CRS regulatory obligations. This role involves developing and implementing effective FATCA CRS compliance programs, conducting due diligence reviews, managing reporting obligations, and proactively mitigating risks of non-compliance in line with UAE regulatory requirements.
What you will do:
- Provide compliance oversight and governance for FATCA and CRS across the organization
- Develop, implement, and maintain FATCA CRS policies, guidelines, procedures, and internal controls in line with regulatory requirements
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of FATCA and CRS reports to the regulatory authorities
- Monitor internal processes to ensure correct collection, validation, and retention of self-certifications and KYC documentation
- Conduct due diligence on new and existing clients to determine FATCA CRS classification and reporting obligations
- Identify and resolve gaps or inconsistencies in client documentation related to tax residency
- Monitor FATCA and CRS regulatory changes, assess their impact, and update management and internal procedures promptly to ensure continued compliance
- Collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure proper implementation of FATCA CRS controls and reporting systems
- Liaise with regulators, auditors, and supervisory authorities in connection with FATCA CRS compliance reviews and examinations.
- Provide training and guidance to relevant teams to ensure awareness and compliance with FATCA CRS obligations
- Escalate complex or high-risk cases to Senior Management and ensure all risks are clearly highlighted and approved
Required skills to be successful:
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage confidently with internal stakeholders and clients
- Working knowledge of reporting systems, data validation tools, and compliance monitoring solutions
- Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to collaborate across departments
What equips you for the role:
- Minimum 4 to 5 years of FATCA CRS compliance experience in insurance, banking, or financial services in the UAE
- Bachelor’s degree in law, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
- CAMS, ICA, or equivalent certifications are preferred
- Strong knowledge of FATCA CRS and KYC regulations and understanding of industry best practices & internal controls
About Orient Insurance PJSC
Orient Insurance Company commenced operations in 1982 as a part of the reputed Al-Futtaim Group and has since recorded a progressively steady growth. The Company is counted among the leaders in the UAE insurance market. Orient Insurance Company has a paid-up capital of AED 500 Million which is the highest in the insurance industry in UAE. With head office in Dubai, the company serves its clientele through an extensive branch network in Jebel Ali, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah in UAE, Muscat in Sultanate of Oman, Riyadh in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.
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Lead Engineer, Risk Management
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To lead and support the development, implementation, and monitoring of enterprise-wide risk management practices across capital and major projects within the PMO. This role ensures the proactive identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting of project risks to enable informed decision-making and enhance project certainty and resilience.
Key accountabilities- Lead the implementation of risk management frameworks, methodologies, and tools for capital and major projects across the organization.
- Facilitate risk identification and assessment workshops with project teams, consultants, and contractors.
- Develop and maintain risk registers, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely updates of both qualitative and quantitative risk data.
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk analysis (including Monte Carlo simulations) to assess impacts on schedule and cost.
- Integrate risk data into overall project control and performance reporting processes.
- Monitor risk response actions and mitigation plans for timely and effective implementation.
- Prepare risk reports and dashboards for governance, leadership, and audit purposes.
- Collaborate with project managers, planners, cost controllers, and other stakeholders to embed risk management into daily project execution.
- Ensure that project risk management practices align with the company's enterprise risk management policies and frameworks.
- Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives related to risk management.
- Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to project teams and junior analysts on risk tools and methodologies.
- Support stage gate reviews, assurance activities, and internal/external audits related to project risks.
- Conduct risk workshops, training programs, and awareness sessions across the organization.
- Design and implement effective risk mitigation strategies, policies, and procedures to minimize exposure to identified risks.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, or a related discipline.
- Professional certification in risk management (e.g., PMI-RMP, MoR, or equivalent) is preferred.
Minimum experience:
- 10-12 years of progressive experience in risk management, ideally within mining, energy, or heavy industrial sectors.
- Demonstrated expertise in enterprise and project risk frameworks in large-scale industrial environments.
- Experience in complex matrix or multinational organizations is advantageous.
- Proficiency in risk assessment and analysis tools (e.g., @Risk, Primavera Risk Analysis).
- Leadership
- Achievement drive
- Communication
- Developing others
- Teamwork & collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Cultural sensitivity and multicultural team leadership
- Results-oriented and task-focused behavior
- Strong interpersonal and teamworking skills
- In-depth knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks.
- Strong understanding of engineering and process standards, design practices, and international codes/specifications.
- Ability to identify and mitigate risks through all project stages, from conceptual design through commissioning.
- Advanced skills in both qualitative and quantitative risk analysis.
- Familiarity with safety and environmental standards and their application in projects.
- Strong organizational and time-management capabilities with a track record of meeting deadlines.
- Proficiency with risk management tools (e.g., @Risk, Oracle Crystal Ball).
- Ability to use project control software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project, MS Office Suite).
- Strong writing and presentation skills.
- Effective facilitation and training skills.
- Experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration.
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Sr Finance Manager - Risk Management
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Responsible to develop innovative solutions to deliver Customer outcomes and drive growth while managing company risk/reward Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of product lines and factors that differentiate them in the market
**Job Description**
**Roles and Responsibilities**
**Global Accounts Receivable Leadership**
**Manage the $8B quarterly receivable balance, ensuring alignment with GE Aerospace's guiding principles and operational priorities.**
+ Drive improvements in cash collection timing, forecasting accuracy, and reduction of past dues by partnering with sales, operations, and finance leadership.
+ Lead the Global AR team in executing strategic, global, and cross-functional initiatives to enhance collections processes and customer account management.
**Key Projects and Initiatives**
+ Enhance visibility into receivable data across product lines to support decision-making and operational improvements.
+ Develop and maintain tools to track and report past due metrics, driving accountability and action.
+ Lead forecasting efforts to improve accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
+ Oversee reconciliation of tariffs and ensure accurate data distribution across stakeholders.
+ Manage resolution processes for customer disputes, ensuring timely and effective outcomes.
+ Drive innovation by developing AI models for receivable forecasting to improve accuracy and efficiency.
**Team Leadership**
+ Manage a team of analysts overseeing Safran, APAC, and China regions, providing leadership, coaching, and development opportunities.
+ Develop specialized expertise within the team, ensuring alignment with best practices and quality standards.
+ Monitor performance through standard work and operating rhythms, addressing root causes and driving process improvements across the Invoice-to-Cash cycle.
**Strategic Partnership**
+ Collaborate closely with Safran, managing the cash collection process from the JV partner and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
+ Influence cross-functional stakeholders, communicating complex messages effectively and building consensus to drive results.
**Operational Excellence**
+ Implement lean principles (FLIGHT DECK) to improve processes, address root causes, and enhance training and process improvement opportunities.
+ Monitor and escalate performance drivers, ensuring timely resolution and alignment with operational goals.
**Leadership and Influence**
+ Act as a skilled influencer, communicating difficult or sensitive information effectively and building consensus across teams.
+ Lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements, ensuring delivery of measurable outcomes.
+ Develop persuasion skills to influence stakeholders on critical topics within the field.
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 8 years of experience in Finance).
+ 6+ years of increasing responsibility in Finance or Accounting roles.
+ Deep understanding of billing and collections processes and their interdependencies.
+ Proven ability to drive teams to meet targets while delivering thoughtful leadership.
**Desired Characteristics**
+ Working knowledge of Alteryx, with the ability to create and manage workflows.
+ Strong understanding of Accounts Receivable accounting flows and the entire order-to-cash process.
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal and leadership capabilities.
+ Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex problems effectively.
+ Established skills in leading programs/projects, including documentation, planning, marketing, and execution.
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes
GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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EXNESS | Head of Risk Management
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- Be primarily responsible for the Risk Department of the local UAE “Exness MENA” entity that is licensed by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority “SCA” as a Trading Broker of OTC Derivatives and Currencies in the Spot Market. This includes managing Exness MENA risk management outsourcing arrangements with the rest of the Exness Group. You will specify and evaluate potential risks for Exness MENA that may arise from operational factors. You will make suitable decisions for handling them if they arise, observe and report on them, work to avoid them, and review and update the risk management guide according to the financial activity, purposes, and risks of Exness MENA. Your role includes responsibility for the performance of the local company, looking after the interests of its principals, safeguarding the reputation of the local company and the Exness Group, and promoting Exness Group values and culture.
Forex bonuses are published for the informational purpose only, and should not be treated as an invitation or encouragement to invest in Forex trading. Forex trading carries high risks of encountering substantial losses for non-professional investors.
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Manager - Model Risk Management & Validation
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Development and implementation of Model Risk Management governance and the validation of credit risk, market risk, liquidity, finance and business models at Dubai Islamic Bank in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities- Responsible to conduct robust and comprehensive qualitative and quantitative validation of IFRS 9, PD Ratings/Scorecards, Stress Testing, statistical and deterministic models used in ICAAP/Pilar II and Market and Liquidity Risk models, as well as finance and other business models, in line with the Bank Model Validation Guidelines and the Model Governance Framework and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Perform data due diligence and data preparation required for the validation of models
- Ensure models are validated within the pre-defined validation frequency. Discuss validation results and validation findings with the different stakeholders, reaching agreements on the remediation process and keeping track of the timeliness and progress of such actions
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of archived validation information (data, codes, working files and related documentation) to allow independent third-party review of the validation work performed
- Provide technical review of the quantitative solutions proposed by the model developer to the model owners in a timely manner
- Coordinate with other quantitative analysts within the Bank to ensure that models and solutions are consistent and in-line with the Bank practices
- Support on the development and maintenance of the Model Risk Management framework covering the Model Governance Framework and related policies, including risk appetite, tiering and other risk policies and other processes regarding to models, in line with applicable regulations and industry best practices
- Support on the development and maintenance of the Model Validation Guidelines
- Ensure that strict governance is followed for adoption and ongoing use of models across the bank – including compliance with the approved policies, procedures, SLAs and regulatory requirements
- Ensure that exceptions, if any, to the process are escalated promptly
- Develop and maintain a Model Inventory and ensure the inventory is complete, accurate, and consistent with the Model Governance Framework
- Develop and maintain the Validation Findings Tracker, covering model related findings coming from internal/external model validation, internal/external audit exercises and from the CBUAE
- Train, develop and upgrade technical skills by identifying self-learning needs to stay up-to-date with the best market practices
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