18 Financial Crime jobs in the United Arab Emirates

A global consultancy firm in the UAE seeks a Partner for Financial Crime Compliance. This role involves leading complex assignments in AML, sanctions, and regulatory investigations while advising clients on compliance frameworks. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience and strong connections with regulatory authorities. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are available. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Title: Manager – Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Advisory

Location: (Insert location or “Hybrid / Remote”)
Type: Full-time

About the Role

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 Practice

Our 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.

Key Responsibilities Delivery

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.

Project Management

• 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.

Business & Practice Development

• 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.

Candidate Profile

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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# Associate Professor in Law – Financial Crime, Banking & Compliance,September 5, 2025¤42000 - ¤58000 / month# Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly qualified Associate Professor specializing in Financial Crime, Banking, and Compliance to join our academic team. The role involves teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students, conducting impactful research, publishing in reputed journals, and providing academic leadership. The candidate will contribute to curriculum development, supervise dissertations, and engage with industry stakeholders to strengthen practical knowledge integration in financial regulation, compliance practices, and emerging challenges in financial crime prevention.# Key Responsibilities* Deliver high-quality lectures on financial crime, banking, and compliance.* Supervise research projects, dissertations, and doctoral student academic development.* Conduct impactful research addressing contemporary financial law and compliance issues.* Publish peer-reviewed articles in leading journals within the discipline.* Develop innovative curriculum integrating theory, practice, and regulatory frameworks.* Collaborate with industry professionals for workshops, seminars, and guest lectures.* Provide academic mentoring, guidance, and support to law students.* Contribute to departmental growth through leadership, collaboration, and accreditation activities.# Skill & Experience* Strong expertise in financial law, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.* Excellent teaching abilities with engaging, student-focused instructional techniques.* Proven research track record in financial crime and compliance.* Effective communication and interpersonal skills for academic and industry collaboration.* Ability to design curriculum meeting global banking compliance standards.* Leadership qualities with strong commitment to academic excellence and ethics.**Note:** Salary is disbursed in the local currency of the country of employment.LocationExperience2 Year# Job Location# Job Skills# Location: #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in implementing AML policies, procedures, processes and internal controls.
By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.
**What you'll do**
The role will be responsible for the identification, assessment and implementation of laws, rules and regulations in the UAE to protect Citi from being used to facilitate Money Laundering and Financial Crime, and to supply advice and guidance to the businesses on Anti Money Laundering and Financial Crime matters across the UAE.
+ Develop, enhance and refine best-in-class AML Compliance policies and practices.
+ Implement AML Compliance quality and testing, evaluate process deficiencies, analyze control measures, enhance reporting capabilities and recommend corrective actions while satisfying regulatory and audit commitments. Further, assess and identify emerging risks and recommend / drive program enhancements.
+ Review and collaborate with internal partners to respond appropriately to escalated matters. Further escalate as needed; advise senior management on initial findings.
+ Create, develop and deliver relevant training to business and functional partners.
+ Develop and maintain an awareness of all applicable UAE AML laws, regulations and corporate policies, with a focus on UAE regulatory changes.
+ Help to disseminate any new group and local AML requirements and assist the business to implement these through training and 'advisory'.
+ Assist the UAE AML Head to ensure that the steps necessary for an effective Anti-Money Laundering program are in place for the UAE.
+ Help as required with the interaction and/or the preparation of information for interactions with applicable Regulators.
+ Assist with any AML Investigations, where applicable.
+ Assist the UAE AML Head with AML compliance coverage issues for all applicable legal vehicles
+ Update and maintain policies, procedures, internal systems and databases, essential for compliance with UK AML laws, rules and regulations.
+ Lead the implementation of new or enhance existing AML processes and controls within UAE AML as applicable
+ Participate/Lead AML Governance forums and Committee meetings. Help undertake thematic review work and composition of reports to senior compliance / senior management as requested
+ Help with the review of applicable audit findings and the evaluation of the business's corrective action plans to deal with such.
**What we'll need from you**
+ 10+ years relevant experience
+ AML certification
+ Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
+ Strong Knowledge of UAE AML laws and regulations.
+ Experience in a medium to large sized Bank, Regulator, or Policy making body.
+ Preferable to have had some prior experience working in a Financial Institution with knowledge of products and services.
+ Have a good understanding of AML risk, including higher risk, geographies, industries and products.
+ Prior experience with enhancing and/or implementing AML policies, procedures, processes and internal controls. Strong communication skills, including both written and verbal, and the ability to communicate confidently and clearly with seniors and management.
+ Practical ability to apply and communicate legal and regulatory requirements.
By joining Citi Dubai, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed) and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well.
Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive
**Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.**
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**Job Family:**
AML Core
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**Most Relevant Skills**
Business Acumen, Credible Challenge, Laws and Regulations, Management Reporting, Policy and Procedure, Program Management, Referral and Escalation, Risk Controls and Monitors, Risk Identification and Assessment, Risk Remediation.
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**Other Relevant Skills**
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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The Role Job purpose

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, experience, and competencies

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).

Core competencies

• 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

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.

Requirements About the company We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work. ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service. ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement. Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including: * IT & Telecommunications * Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas * Banking, Finance & Legal * Sales & Business Development * Marketing, Public Relations & Communications * Human Resources & Training * Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative) * Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics * Executive Recruitment * Emiratization Solutions * Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions * Managed Service Provider Solutions * Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions * Outsourced Staffing Solutions

**Job Description Summary**
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.

Responsibilities

• 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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Job Purpose

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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Overview

Our Company

NymCard’s mission is to enable fintech and financial innovators to launch frictionless payment programmes with our modern infrastructure, at record speed. Our open API modern card issuing platform provides flexibility and control to issue cards, authorize transactions and manage payment operations with just one integration and one partner.

We are a team of industry experts and technology innovators who take a dynamic approach to solving complex industry challenges. NymCard has an open and collaborative work environment and together we make up the NymCardian Nation. We power possibilities for our customers AND each other by bringing the best talent together to do the best quality work we can.

By staying true to our core values: Respect, Transparency, Collaboration, Quality, Speed, Courage, NymCards strives to build a global team as diverse as the markets we serve. It is a very exciting time to join NymCard and as our Business grows, you and your opportunities will grow with it. To Learn more about NymCard visit our Website and LinkedIn.

The Role

The ideal candidate will provide our first line of defense against fraudsters and bad actors. To support both our clients and their end consumers and work closely with the customer support, compliance, and technology teams. Nymcard provides 24/7 fraud monitoring and support for our clients and requires the highest standards of probity and diligence in this team.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor transactions across fraud monitoring applications on a rotational shift covering 24/7.
• Analyze & assess the Fraud alerts to act accordingly.
• Suggest applying new fraud rules or editing/freezing existing ones based on the fraud cases encountered.
• Investigate a fraud case by collecting facts & arguments.
• Submit Fraud Case report to management.
• Conduct a transaction flow study outside the automated fraud monitoring applications when necessary.
• Continuous coordination with the different fraud reporting channels such as Chargeback team, Payment System alerts, Acquirers…
• Reporting any system anomaly encountered outside the Fraud scope.

About You

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral in English and Arabic
• At least 2 years’ experience of fraud monitoring (preferably Issuing) and response with a bank or similar financial services organization
• Knowledge of fraud regulation in the Middle East and North Africa
• Understanding of fraud processes with Visa and Mastercard
• Strong interpersonal, organizational skills and a team player
• You have a positive can-do attitude and a flexible approach.
• Excellent analytical skills and detail oriented
• You have the ability to learn new technology/systems/applications quickly.
• CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) certification is preferred.

Why Work With Us

• At NymCard, it’s not just about technology — it’s about people. We believe a great culture isn’t something you list on a job post, it’s something you experience every day. And that’s exactly what we’ve built here.
• We focus on creating an environment where people feel supported, valued, and excited about the work they do. You’ll find opportunities to learn, take ownership of meaningful projects, and see the direct impact of your ideas.

What we offer

• Room to grow. From professional development opportunities to on-the-job learning, we believe in helping our people reach their potential.
• Flexibility when you need it. With generous annual leave, casual WFH options, and a team that understands life happens outside of work too, we aim to keep the balance right.
• A culture that feels good. No complicated hierarchies, no endless approvals — just candid feedback, open conversations, and a team that genuinely cares.
• Celebrating wins together. Whether it’s closing a deal, launching a new feature, or hitting a team milestone, we believe every success deserves to be shared.

If you’re looking for a place where your work matters, your voice is heard, and you can enjoy the journey along the way — we’d love to meet you.

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