Senior Compliance Officer - Arabic Speaker

PRIMARY PURPOSE

We areseekinga detail-oriented and proactive Senior ComplianceOfficerto join our team. The ComplianceOfficerwillbe responsible forensuring that our organization adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies. They will work closely with various departments to implement compliance programs, conduct audits,screening,training employees on the system, andmonitortransactions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct initial and ongoing due diligence on clients, including collecting and reviewing KYC documents, assessing client risk profiles, and performing enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk clients.

Monitor transactions for suspicious activities and investigate alerts to ensure compliance with AML/CFT regulations.

Verify the authenticity of documents and ensure that all client information is accurate and updated in the company's database.

Escalate unusual transaction activities to senior compliance manager for further investigation. - Maintain accurate records of compliance activities, including due diligence findings, investigations, and filed reports. - Collaborate with the operations and sales departments to ensure that all real estate transactions comply with AML/CFT requirements.

Respond to compliance-related queries and provide guidance to staff across the organization. - Draft regulatory filings and reports, such as Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) or any other

Participate in internal and external audits and reviews related to AML/CFT compliance.

Prepare necessary documentation and support materials for audit purposes.

Implement corrective actions recommended in audit findings under the guidance of the Senior Compliance Manager.

Stay informed about the latest AML/CFT regulations and developments applicable to the real estate sector.

Operate compliance-related software systems for client screening, transaction monitoring, and reporting.

Serve as a point of contact for compliance inquiries from within the company.

Help document compliance processes and maintain an organized filing system for all compliance-related materials.

Conducting background checks on relationships with external parties, such as regulators, auditors, and third-party service providers, related to compliance matters.

Review contracts and agreements to ensure they include necessary compliance clauses and requirements

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QUALIFICATIONS & EXPIERENCE

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Educational Requirements / Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in law,Business administrationor other related Businessfield.

ACAMS certified(Preferred).

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Experience:

2-5years of experiencerequiredinany related industry.

Proven experience in a compliance role with a focus on anti-money laundering (AML) and financial crime prevention.

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Skills and Competencies:

Knowledge of regulations and guidelines.

Conceptual and analytical thinking.

Knowledgeinauditing, internal audit standards, fraud awareness, and professional ethical standards.

Knowledgeofenterprise risk management.

Communication skills, including oral communication, report writing, and presentation skills.