Compliance Officer & Deputy MLRO

Role Objective

Doha Bank is seeking an experienced Compliance Officer & Deputy MLRO for our UAE Branch, based in Dubai. This pivotal role reports directly to the Country Compliance Officer & MLRO and plays a key part in ensuring the branch’s adherence to all applicable regulatory and anti-money laundering (AML) requirements in the UAE.

Detailed Roles and Responsibilities:

• Support the design and execution of the Compliance Monitoring Plan.
• Assist the MLRO in identifying, escalating, and reporting suspicious transactions and activities in line with regulatory obligations.
• Monitor regulatory changes (CBUAE, FATF, ESR, AML-CFT) and ensure timely implementation of necessary controls.
• Support internal and external audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Review and advise on new products, services, and business initiatives from a compliance and AML/CFT perspective.
• Conduct training and awareness programs for branch staff.
• Maintain effective relationships with regulatory authorities, internal stakeholders, and group compliance functions.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Minimum 10 years of experience in banking compliance, AML/CFT, or regulatory risk functions, with at least 3 years in the UAE market.
• Proven track record of working with CBUAE regulatory frameworks, AML/CFT laws, FATF guidelines, and sanctions compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), ICA, or equivalent are highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of integrity, independence, and attention to detail.