Trust Lawyer (Russian Speaker) – UAE AML/CFT & Compliance Experience Required
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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Trust & AML Compliance Lawyer to join our growing team in Dubai. The successful candidate will support the Trust Division through trust structuring, legal drafting, regulatory compliance, AML/CFT oversight, risk management, and trust product development.
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Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and amend Trust Deeds, Trust Agreements, and related trust documentation
- Advise on trust structures, fiduciary arrangements, and wealth structuring solutions
- Support the establishment, administration, and ongoing management of trust structures
- Develop and maintain legal precedents, templates, and standard trust documentation
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting trusts, fiduciary services, and wealth planning
- Ensure compliance with UAE AML/CFT regulations and applicable Free Zone requirements
- Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), sanctions screening, and ongoing monitoring
- Support goAML reporting obligations and regulatory requirements
- Perform compliance reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory checks
- Assist in developing AML/CFT policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks
- Provide guidance on AML/CFT obligations and risk mitigation measures
- Support trust administration and review trust related documentation
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification
- Proven experience in Trust Law, Fiduciary Services, Private Client Services, Wealth Structuring, Corporate Services, or Financial Services Law
- Direct experience drafting and reviewing Trust Deeds, Trust Agreements, and related trust documentation
- Hands on experience with UAE AML/CFT regulations and compliance requirements
- Experience conducting CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, risk assessments, and ongoing monitoring
- Experience with goAML reporting is highly preferred
- Strong understanding of UAE Free Zone regulatory frameworks
- Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and advisory skills
- Fluent in Russian and English (spoken and written)
- Prior UAE experience within Trust, Fiduciary, Family Office, Wealth Management, Corporate Services, Financial Services, Compliance, or Legal sectors
- Currently based in the UAE
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About the Role
- We are seeking an experienced Trust & AML Compliance Lawyer to join our growing team in Dubai.
- The successful candidate will support the Trust Division through trust structuring, legal drafting, regulatory compliance, AML/CFT oversight, risk management, and trust product development.
- This role requires proven experience in both Trust/Fiduciary Services and UAE AML/CFT Compliance.
Key Responsibilities Trust & Legal Advisory
- Draft, review, and amend Trust Deeds, Trust Agreements, and related trust documentation.
- Advise on trust structures, fiduciary arrangements, and wealth structuring solutions.
- Support the establishment, administration, and ongoing management of trust structures.
- Develop and maintain legal precedents, templates, and standard trust documentation.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting trusts, fiduciary services, and wealth planning.
Key Responsibilities Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with UAE AML/CFT regulations and applicable Free Zone requirements.
- Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), sanctions screening, and ongoing monitoring.
- Support goAML reporting obligations and regulatory requirements.
- Perform compliance reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory checks.
- Assist in developing AML/CFT policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
- Provide guidance on AML/CFT obligations and risk mitigation measures.
Key Responsibilities Operations & Product Development
- Support trust administration and review trust related documentation.
- Assist in developing and enhancing trust and fiduciary products.
- Monitor international regulatory and tax developments relevant to trust structures.
- Deliver training on trust law, AML/CFT requirements, and compliance obligations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
- Proven experience in Trust Law, Fiduciary Services, Private Client Services, Wealth Structuring, Corporate Services, or Financial Services Law.
- Direct experience drafting and reviewing Trust Deeds, Trust Agreements, and related trust documentation.
- Hands on experience with UAE AML/CFT regulations and compliance requirements.
- Experience conducting CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, risk assessments, and ongoing monitoring.
- Experience with goAML reporting is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of UAE Free Zone regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and advisory skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex legal documentation.
- Fluent in Russian and English (spoken and written).
- Prior UAE experience within Trust, Fiduciary, Family Office, Wealth Management, Corporate Services, Financial Services, Compliance, or Legal sectors.
- Currently based in the UAE.
Benefits
- AED 15,000 – AED 25,000 per month (depending on experience)
- Annual Air Ticket
- Medical Insurance
- UAE Labour Law Benefits
- Professional and collaborative work environment
- Work Location: Dubai, UAE (In Person)
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