Deputy Head of Financial Crime Compliance & MLRO

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee an effective AML program across ADIB Group, including people, processes, systems and controls
• Lead the AML function and manage the FCC Technology team
• Oversee the Compliance Operations Center monitoring activities and related MI
• Serve as ADIB's Money Laundering Reporting Officer registered with the CBUAE
• Manage relationships with regulators, correspondent banks and internal audit findings
• Review and sign off AML reports and suspicious transaction reports before submission to authorities
• Manage the AML team budget and staffing

Requirements

• Master's degree in Science, Finance, Business or related subject
• ACAMS certification or equivalent
• 15+ years of FCC experience at a top tier international bank, including 8-10 years managing large AML/CTF/Sanctions teams
• Strong track record managing regulators and stakeholders
• Exceptional knowledge of UAE and international FCC regulations including OFAC, UN, EU sanctions, FATCA, FATF and BIS

About the Company

• ADIB is an Islamic bank headquartered in Abu Dhabi with operations across multiple jurisdictions.