Compliance Officer - Transaction Monitoring

Job Title: Compliance Officer - Transaction Monitoring (6 Month Contract)

We are seeking a Compliance Officer on a 6-month contract to focus on Transaction Monitoring at a leading UAE bank. You will play a key role in monitoring, investigating, and reporting suspicious transactions, working closely with Sanctions, KYC/AML, and Client Acceptance teams.

• Conduct transaction monitoring and investigate alerts in line with regulations and internal policies.
• Escalate suspicious activity and prepare clear reports for management and regulators.
• Collaborate with other compliance teams to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Assist in refining TM rules, thresholds, and processes.
• Maintain accurate TM documentation and support audits or regulatory reviews.

• Experience in transaction monitoring, financial crime, or AML compliance within UAE banks/financial institutions.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks and financial crime best practices.
• Experience with TM systems (Actimize, FICO, NICE, or similar) is a plus.
• CAMS or ICA certifications preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to detect patterns of suspicious activity.