Job Description
Position:
Junior Compliance Executive – AML & Risk
Location:
Dubai, UAE
Experience:
0–5 Years
Industry:
Crypto Exchange / Digital Asset Trading
Role Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Compliance Executive to support Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT), and fraud risk management functions. This role is suitable for fresh graduates as well as candidates with up to 5 years of experience who are looking to build a career in compliance within the digital asset ecosystem.
Candidates who have completed the
CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist)
certification will be strongly preferred. This role provides hands-on exposure to financial crime prevention, regulatory compliance, and risk monitoring in a fast-paced fintech environment.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance & AML Support
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Assist in KYC (Know Your Customer) and CDD (Customer Due Diligence) verification.
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Support enhanced due diligence (EDD) for higher-risk profiles.
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Maintain accurate AML and compliance records.
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Assist in preparing reports and regulatory documentation.
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Follow internal compliance policies and procedures.
Transaction Monitoring & Risk Support
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Review alerts generated by transaction monitoring systems.
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Identify and escalate suspicious activities to senior team members.
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Assist in maintaining investigation records and reports.
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Support periodic risk reviews and data analysis.
Fraud Prevention
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Help identify patterns indicating potential fraud or suspicious behavior.
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Assist in preliminary investigations of flagged transactions.
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Ensure proper documentation of findings.
Governance & Documentation
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Maintain organized records for audits and compliance reviews.
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Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date.
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Assist in preparing summaries for internal stakeholders.
Collaboration & Learning
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Work closely with Risk, Operations, and Product teams.
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Participate in compliance training programs.
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Stay updated on AML/CFT regulations, especially in crypto and fintech.
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Contribute to building a strong compliance culture.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
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0–5 years
of experience in compliance, risk, or financial services (freshers can apply).
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Basic understanding of AML/KYC concepts is a plus.
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CAMS certification (completed or in progress) is highly preferred.
Key Skills & Competencies
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Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.
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High attention to detail and accuracy.
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Basic knowledge of MS Excel and data handling.
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Good written and verbal communication skills.
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Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
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High integrity and professional ethics.