Job Description

Alternate Compliance Officer (ACO)

Connecting Minds HR Services

Job ID: 621220

28 Mar 2026

Job ID: 621220

28 Mar 2026

Job Location

United Arab Emirates

Experience

8 to 10 years

Qualification Level

Graduate

Job Function

Accounts / Tax / CS / Audit / Finance
Banking / Financial Services

Skillset

Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Governance

Preferred Jobseekers

Jobseekers from any country

Position: Alternate Compliance Officer (ACO)
Experience: 8+ years of UAE experience in Compliance, AML, or Regulatory roles
Qualification: Estimated Qualification like bachelor’s degree holder in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or related field
Salary: AED 5000 to 10000 (estimated)
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Key Responsibilities:
• Support and manage the organization’s Compliance and AML/CFT framework
• Ensure full adherence to CBUAE regulations and internal regulatory requirements
• Act as Alternate Compliance Officer when the Compliance Officer is unavailable
• Oversee transaction monitoring, AML reviews, and suspicious activity reporting (SAR)
• Assist in regulatory reporting, internal audits, and external inspections
• Review, update, and enhance internal compliance policies and procedures
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and deliver staff training programs

Requirements & Skills:
• Minimum 8 years of UAE experience in Compliance, AML, or Regulatory functions
• Strong knowledge of CBUAE regulations and compliance frameworks
• Prior experience in exchange houses, financial services, or other regulated entities is mandatory
• Fit & Proper eligibility and ability to obtain CBUAE NOC approval
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or ACAMS are highly preferred
• Experience in senior or deputy compliance roles is an advantage
• Candidates currently based in the UAE will be given preference

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