AML Analyst – Abu Dhabi, UAE

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Category

• Banking & Insurance
• Finance & Accounting
• Legal & Compliance
• Others / Miscellaneous

Job Overview

A banking organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced AML Analyst to support Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing activities, with a particular focus on transaction monitoring, alert investigation, suspicious activity assessment, and regulatory compliance. The role is suited to professionals with UAE banking experience and a strong understanding of AML/CFT requirements.

The AML Analyst will review transaction monitoring alerts, investigate potentially suspicious activity, assess escalation requirements, and support internal Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs). The position also involves working closely with business divisions and stakeholders to provide AML and compliance guidance, respond to compliance clearance requests, and support effective AML risk management.

This opportunity provides career growth potential within banking compliance, financial crime risk management, AML transaction monitoring, and regulatory compliance. Continued professional development through AML/CFT training, compliance certifications, regulatory updates, and specialized financial crime education can support long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and investigate alerts generated through AML transaction monitoring systems.
• Identify potentially suspicious transactions and assess appropriate escalation requirements.
• Support the preparation and escalation of internal Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs).
• Support implementation and ongoing monitoring of AML transaction monitoring frameworks.
• Assist with AML policies, procedures, monitoring plans, and control frameworks.
• Apply relevant AML/CFT laws, regulations, regulatory guidance, and industry best practices.
• Work closely with business divisions and stakeholders to ensure timely escalation of AML concerns.
• Provide AML and compliance advice to business functions regarding transaction monitoring matters.
• Respond accurately and within agreed timelines to Compliance clearance requests.
• Conduct detailed analysis and investigations of potentially suspicious activity.
• Maintain accurate investigation and compliance documentation.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their potential impact on the organization.
• Communicate regulatory and AML risk developments to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Support effective AML risk management across business functions.

Requirements & Qualifications

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in AML transaction monitoring.
• Previous experience within banking or financial services is preferred.
• UAE banking domain experience is required.
• Proven experience reviewing and investigating transaction monitoring alerts.
• Experience assessing potentially suspicious activity and escalation requirements.
• Experience supporting AML transaction monitoring frameworks, policies, procedures, and monitoring plans.

Regulatory & Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of AML/CFT laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory guidance and financial crime compliance best practices.
• Understanding of transaction monitoring processes and suspicious activity identification.
• Ability to assess regulatory developments and communicate their business impact.

Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Excellent documentation and report-writing capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to provide accurate AML and compliance guidance to business functions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within defined timelines.
• Ability to manage sensitive compliance matters professionally and confidentially.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary

AED 12,000–16,000 per month.

Work Arrangement

Onsite – Abu Dhabi, UAE

Notice Period

30 days

The position provides opportunities for career growth within AML, financial crime compliance, transaction monitoring, regulatory risk, and banking compliance. Professionals can strengthen their career prospects through AML/CFT training, financial crime certifications, regulatory compliance programs, and continued development in UAE banking regulations and transaction monitoring practices.

Specific company benefits were not provided in the supplied job description and should be confirmed directly with the employer during the recruitment process.

Application Process

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