- Collect, validate, and verify KYC documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory alignment.
- Identify and assess Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs), Directors, Key Management Personnel, Authorised Signatories, Related Parties, and supply chain connections.
- Conduct sanctions screening and adverse media checks using platforms such as World‑Check and other approved tools.
- Assess geographic and transactional risks based on country exposure and customer profile.
- Draft clear and structured compliance review reports summarising findings and outlining risk assessments.
- Independently conduct or review previous assessments, ensuring consistency and compliance with internal standards.
- Engage in client meetings where necessary to clarify or escalate findings.
- Support internal approval workflows, including presenting findings to team leads and senior compliance approvers.
- Maintain organized case files for audit readiness and ensure timely updates of KYC records.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in compliance, AML, or KYC functions.
- Strong understanding of AML/CFT frameworks and due diligence standards, particularly within the UAE regulatory environment.
- Proficient in using tools such as Refinitiv World‑Check and media screening platforms.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and report‑writing skills.
- Ability to handle multiple cases and work independently under tight deadlines.