Compliance Officer — Qatar Financial Centre Authority

The Qatar Financial Centre Authority is the commercial arm of the Qatar Financial Centre, responsible for attracting international businesses, developing strategy, and supporting firms operating in Qatar’s financial ecosystem.

A Compliance Officer in QFCA operates in a highly regulated financial environment, ensuring that companies and internal operations follow Qatar’s financial laws, QFC regulations, and international standards.

Core Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure adherence to QFC laws, financial regulations, and international standards

Monitor updates from regulators and implement changes

AML / CFT Oversight

Manage Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CFT) programs

Investigate suspicious transactions and report to authorities

Risk Assessment & Monitoring

Identify compliance risks and conduct internal audits

Perform compliance gap analysis and recommend corrective actions

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare compliance reports for senior management and regulators

Maintain records of regulatory filings and internal policies

Policy Development

Develop and update compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures

Stakeholder Coordination

Liaise with regulators, auditors, and internal departments

Typical Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in:

Finance, Law, Business, or Economics

3–5+ years experience in:

Compliance, risk, audit, or legal roles

Certifications (highly preferred):

CAMS (Anti-Money Laundering)

CFE, ICA, or similar

Strong knowledge of:

AML/CFT laws, financial regulations, and risk frameworks

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From QAR31,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person