Internal Audit Lead - Financial Crime

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver end-to-end audits across financial crime and compliance domains, including AML, CTF, sanctions, and fraud prevention.
• Assess the effectiveness of customer due diligence (CDD/KYC/KYB) processes and compliance-owned workflows.
• Evaluate the strength of financial crime prevention frameworks, regulatory compliance programs, and governance structures.
• Review compliance monitoring, regulatory change management, and horizon scanning processes.
• Ensure all audit activities align with CBUAE expectations and relevant regulatory standards.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to strengthen the overall compliance and control environment.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in financial crime compliance and global regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience in leading audit engagements within the financial services sector.
• Strong investigative capabilities and experience in risk assessment.
• Advanced data analytics capabilities to support audit testing and findings.
• Comprehensive knowledge of CBUAE expectations and regulatory requirements.

About the Company

We are a leading financial institution dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and regulatory excellence in the region.