Compliance Officer & Deputy MLRO
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About the Role
Doha Bank seeks an experienced Compliance Officer & Deputy MLRO for its UAE Branch in Dubai. You will ensure regulatory and AML compliance, support audits, and conduct training, requiring 10+ years of banking compliance experience.
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Responsibilities
- Support the design and execution of the Compliance Monitoring Plan
- Assist the MLRO in identifying, escalating, and reporting suspicious transactions
- Monitor regulatory changes (CBUAE, FATF, ESR, AML CFT) and ensure timely implementation of controls
- Support internal and external audits, and regulatory inspections
- Review and advise on new products, services, and business initiatives from a compliance and AML/CFT perspective
- Conduct training and awareness programs for branch staff
- Maintain effective relationships with regulatory authorities, internal stakeholders, and group compliance functions
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience in banking compliance, AML/CFT, or regulatory risk functions
- At least 3 years in the UAE market
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, or related field
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent highly preferred
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- High level of integrity, independence, and attention to detail
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Role Objective
- Doha Bank is seeking an experienced Compliance Officer & Deputy MLRO for our UAE Branch, based in Dubai.
- This role reports directly to the Country Compliance Officer & MLRO.
Detailed Roles and Responsibilities
- Support the design and execution of the Compliance Monitoring Plan.
- Assist the MLRO in identifying, escalating, and reporting suspicious transactions and activities.
- Monitor regulatory changes (CBUAE, FATF, ESR, AML CFT) and ensure timely implementation of necessary controls.
- Support internal and external audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Review and advise on new products, services, and business initiatives from a compliance and AML/CFT perspective.
- Conduct training and awareness programs for branch staff.
- Maintain effective relationships with regulatory authorities, internal stakeholders, and group compliance functions.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in banking compliance, AML/CFT, or regulatory risk functions, with at least 3 years in the UAE market.
- Proven track record of working with CBUAE regulatory frameworks, AML/CFT laws, FATF guidelines, and sanctions compliance.
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent are highly preferred.
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- High level of integrity, independence, and attention to detail.
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