aml compliance manager

Client of Capitex

Role Overview We are seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager to support one of our asset management clients in the UAE. The role involves ensuring adherence to local regulatory frameworks and international compliance standards, while helping enhance governance and control environments across investment management activities. Key Responsibilities Regulatory Compliance <ul> <li> Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory frameworks relevant to asset management and fund distribution. </li> <li> Support license-related documentation, submissions, and engagement with local regulators. </li> <li> Act as the key liaison for regulatory approvals, renewals, and compliance queries. </li> <li> Monitor and interpret regulatory developments from the SCA, Central Bank, and other authorities, updating internal policies as required. </li> </ul> Compliance Framework &amp; Policy Development <ul> <li> Draft and implement comprehensive Compliance Manuals aligned with UAE regulations. </li> <li> Establish and maintain robust AML/CFT and KYC frameworks in line with UAE law and FATF guidance. </li> <li> Ensure compliance with FATCA, CRS, and Ultimate Beneficial Ownership requirements. </li> <li> Maintain a compliance risk register and oversee compliance monitoring plans. </li> </ul> Governance &amp; Oversight <ul> <li> Support the design and implementation of a Distributor Oversight Framework. </li> <li> Conduct due diligence and ongoing monitoring of third parties involved in fund distribution. </li> <li> Coordinate internal audits and regulatory reporting obligations. </li> <li> Manage the Regulatory Reporting Calendar and ensure timely submissions. </li> </ul> Training &amp; Awareness <ul> <li> Deliver internal training on compliance, AML/KYC, and regulatory responsibilities. </li> <li> Conduct onboarding and refresher training for business teams and stakeholders. </li> </ul> Qualifications &amp; Skills <ul> <li> Bachelor s degree in Law, Finance, or a related field (postgraduate preferred). </li> <li> Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent. </li> <li> Strong understanding of UAE and DIFC regulatory requirements related to asset management. </li> <li> Proven experience in regulatory compliance, with exposure to KYC/AML frameworks. </li> <li> Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. </li> </ul>

Regulatory Compliance Manager - Asset Management (UAE)

TalentJar

<div>We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Compliance Manager to join our client&rsquo;s dynamic team. This role is critical in building and maintaining a robust compliance framework that ensures our operations adhere to all regulatory requirements set forth by SAMA and other relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, capable of navigating the complex and evolving regulatory landscape of the Saudi fintech sector. 
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Regulatory Compliance &amp; Advisory:</li></ul><ul><li>Serve as the primary subject matter expert on SAMA regulations, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT), and other relevant local laws (e.g., Saudi Arabian Anti-Money Laundering Law).</li><li>Monitor, interpret, and disseminate new and amended regulations, ensuring the company's policies and procedures are updated accordingly.</li><li>Provide timely and practical compliance advice to all business units, including product development, business development, and technology teams.</li></ul>
2. Compliance Framework Management:<ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain the company&rsquo;s Compliance and AML/CFT frameworks, including policies, procedures, and controls.</li><li>Manage the company's risk assessment process, identifying and mitigating key compliance risks.</li><li>Oversee the compliance monitoring and testing program to ensure the effectiveness of internal controls.</li></ul>
3. Licensing &amp; Regulatory Reporting:<ul><li>Act as the primary point of contact for SAMA and other regulatory bodies.</li><li>Manage the company's payment institution license, ensuring all ongoing conditions are met.</li><li>Prepare and submit all mandatory regulatory reports (e.g., AML/CFT reports, periodic financial returns) accurately and on time.</li></ul>
4. Financial Crime Prevention:<ul><li>Oversee the transaction monitoring system, ensuring it is effectively calibrated to detect suspicious activity.</li><li>Manage the investigation and reporting of suspicious transactions and activities to the Saudi Arabian Financial Intelligence Unit (SAFIU).</li><li>Implement and manage a robust Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) program, including enhanced due diligence for high-risk customers.</li></ul>
5. Training &amp; Culture:<ul><li>Develop and deliver comprehensive compliance training programs to employees at all levels, fostering a strong culture of compliance throughout the organization.</li><li>Keep the executive team and board informed of compliance obligations, emerging risks, and the overall health of the compliance program.</li></ul>
6. Vendor &amp; Partner Due Diligence:<ul><li>Conduct compliance due diligence on third-party partners, payment processors, and technology vendors to ensure they meet regulatory standards.</li></ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience
Essential:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.</li><li>A minimum of 3-6 years of direct compliance experience within the financial services sector, with at least 2 years in a fintech, payment services, or banking environment in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>In-depth, practical knowledge of SAMA's regulatory framework for payment service providers, AML/CFT regulations, and data privacy laws (like PDPL - Personal Data Protection Law).</li><li>Proven experience in dealing directly with SAMA and managing regulatory relationships.</li><li>Professional certification in compliance (e.g., CAMS - Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, ICA Diploma in Compliance).</li><li>Fluency in both English and Arabic is essential.</li></ul>
Desired:<ul><li>Experience in a startup or high-growth fintech environment.</li><li>Knowledge of international compliance standards and best practices.</li><li>Strong technical aptitude and understanding of payment technologies, card schemes, and digital wallets.</li></ul>
Personal Attributes<ul><li>Integrity &amp; Ethics: Unquestionable personal and professional integrity.</li><li>Proactive &amp; Hands-On: A self-starter who can operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.</li><li>Analytical &amp; Detail-Oriented: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex regulatory requirements and implement practical solutions.</li><li>Excellent Communicator: Ability to communicate complex compliance concepts clearly and persuasively to technical and non-technical audiences.</li><li>Resilient: Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.</li></ul> 
What We Offer<ul><li>A competitive, tax-free salary and performance-based bonuses.</li><li>Comprehensive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents.</li><li>The opportunity to be a key player in a high-growth company shaping the future of finance in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>A dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.</li><li>Professional development opportunities and support for further relevant certifications.</li><li>Integrated Accounts is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</li></ul></div>

Compliance Manager

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 Who We Are
 
 
 
 At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles:
 
 We Before Me
 
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 Do the Right Thing
 
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 Get Things Done
 
 . These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.
 
 
 
 About The Opportunity
 
 
 
 Join OKX at the forefront of innovation in the cryptocurrency space as a Compliance Manager, a pivotal role where you&rsquo;ll help shape and strengthen our global compliance framework. This opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about building clarity and structure within regulatory operations, particularly in Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) processes. You will take the lead in mapping, refining, and operationalizing these critical processes to ensure seamless integration across the business. Beyond foundational KYC/KYB responsibilities, you will also contribute to safeguarding the platform by supporting the ongoing implementation and maintenance of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) controls. Working closely with cross-functional teams, this role offers the chance to influence internal standards, engage with regulatory developments, and contribute to global best practices in crypto compliance. You will also have the chance to influence industry standards through collaboration with regulatory industry groups. Engaging with cutting-edge technology, this role allows for continuous learning and adaptation in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing
 
 
 
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 Policy Development : Maintain compliance policies and procedures that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
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 Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments and assurance reviews to identify potential compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.
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 Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and submit compliance reports to senior management, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of compliance activities.
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 Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including legal, finance, and operations, to ensure a cohesive approach to compliance and risk management.
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 Incident Management: Investigate compliance incidents or breaches, manage the response process, and implement corrective measures to prevent future occurrences.
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 Monitoring and Enforcement: Establish monitoring mechanisms to ensure ongoing compliance with policies and regulations, and assist Head of Compliance to take necessary enforcement actions.
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 Training and Education: Provide training and resources to employees on compliance matters, fostering a culture of awareness and ethical behavior.
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 Oversee QA review processes, ensuring casework is accurate, complete, and aligned with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and AML best practices.
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 Analyze data to identify process gaps and opportunities, and partner with Compliance Leaders.
 
 
 
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 5+ years of experience in compliance, AML/CTF, or regulatory roles within financial services, fintech, or virtual asset businesses, with a strong focus on KYC/KYB program ownership.
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 In-depth understanding of UAE regulatory requirements, particularly the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) framework and broader UAE AML laws and Cabinet Decision No. (10) of 2019.
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 Proven experience in mapping, documenting, and enhancing onboarding processes (KYC/KYB) for both individual and corporate clients in a regulated environment.
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 Strong working knowledge of international AML/CTF standards (e.g., FATF), and their application in the context of virtual assets and VASPs (Virtual Asset Service Providers).
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 Experience working with cross-functional teams including Legal, Product, Operations, and Engineering to embed compliance into scalable business processes.
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 Ability to design and implement risk-based due diligence procedures, including customer risk rating models, enhanced due diligence (EDD), and ongoing monitoring.
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 Prior involvement in regulatory engagements, inspections, or audits, ideally with VARA, the UAE Central Bank, or other local regulatory bodies.
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable handling complex regulatory interpretations and operationalizing them into clear procedures.
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 Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to engage confidently with internal stakeholders, regulators, and partners.
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 Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CRCMP, or equivalent are strongly preferred.
 
 
 
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 Perks &amp; Benefits
 
 
 
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 Competitive total compensation package
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 L&amp;D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
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 Various team building programs and company events
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 Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
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 More that we love to tell you along the process!
 
 
 
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 Information collected and processed as part of the recruitment process of any job application you choose to submit is subject to OKX's Candidate Privacy Notice.
 
 
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Senior Compliance Analyst, Dubai

Bab ishtar Group

Role SummaryBuild and lead our end-to-end Compliance Management System (CMS) and serve as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO). You&rsquo;ll be the primary liaison with the Qatar Central Bank (QCB), own regulatory obligations, and ensure robust conduct, AML/CFT, data protection, and operational resilience across the venture.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Regulatory leadership: Manage all QCB interactions, submissions, inspections, and remediation. Maintain a live regulatory obligations register and deliver board-ready MI.</li><li>CMS ownership: Establish policies, product approval/change control, monitoring &amp; testing, issues management, training, and records/retention.</li><li>MLRO duties: Lead AML/CFT framework&mdash;EWRA, CDD/KYC, ongoing monitoring, sanctions/PEP screening, STR/SAR filings, training, and independent assurance.</li><li>Customer protection: Approve marketing/disclosures; govern fees/charges, suitability/affordability (where applicable), arrears/forbearance, complaints handling, and vulnerable-customer standards.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>8&ndash;12+ years in financial services compliance, including senior leadership; GCC/Qatar experience preferred.</li><li>Deep knowledge of QCB requirements (AML/CFT, conduct, outsourcing, complaints, reporting, operational resilience).</li><li>Track record building/scaling a CMS in tech-enabled or high-growth environments.</li><li>Strong board-level communication; ICA/ACAMS (or equivalent) preferred; Arabic &amp; English fluency a plus.</li><li>Must be based in Doha, Qatar</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: QAR8,000.00 - QAR15,000.00 per monthExperience:<ul><li>Compliance, MLRO : 8 years (Required)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Doha (Required)</li></ul>

Senior Compliance Officer

SP transaction hub technology Pvt. Ltd

Key Responsibilities:&#61623; Regulatory Compliance: oEnsure end-to-end compliance with RBI Master Directions, PPI guidelines, Payment Aggregator/Payment Gateway regulations, and other relevant circulars. o Monitor changes in the regulatory landscape and proactively implement changes to internal policies.&#61623; KYC/AML Oversight: o Manage and continuously improve KYC/AML programs in line with RBI and FIU-IND guidelines. oConduct customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and periodic reviews. o Implement and monitor transaction monitoring systems to flag and report suspicious transactions (STRs) to the FIU.&#61623; Internal Policies &amp; SOPs:o Draft, update, and enforce compliance policies, SOPs, and internal controls. o Ensure that all departments and teams are aligned with compliance frameworks and are trained appropriately.&#61623; Audits &amp; Reporting: o Lead internal and external audits related to compliance, including statutoryJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: &#8377;240,000.66 - &#8377;480,000.00 per yearWork Location: In person

Compliance manager- payment gateway

<div>
 Successful organizations depend on their reputation for keeping promises, respecting laws, and behaving ethically to maintain stakeholder trust. EY Forensic &amp; Integrity Services professionals help organizations protect and restore enterprise and financial reputation. We assist companies and their legal counsel to investigate facts, resolve disputes and manage regulatory challenges. We put integrity at the heart of compliance programs to help better manage ethical and reputational risks.
 
 
 Embracing integrity means doing what you say you will do, with unerring commitment. This can make it easier to attract and retain talented people and harness their skills to grow your business. A foundation built on integrity is critical because today&rsquo;s talent values purpose-driven organizations. It can also help you develop stronger partnerships with suppliers and work more effectively with employees, investors, regulators, and influencers. Our integrated approach ranges from enhancements in areas of perceived weakness or issues &mdash; including governance, controls, culture, and data insights &mdash; to full organizational design and structural implementation.
 
 
 
 The opportunity
 
 
 
 As an Assistant Manager, you&rsquo;ll build valued relationships with external clients and internal peers and develop a portfolio of projects by focusing on high value opportunities. You&rsquo;ll lead presentations and proposals for complex projects or elements of highly complex projects and provide subject matter insight to bids and proposals. Drawing on your skills and experience, you&rsquo;ll create innovative commercial insights for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs, and contribute to thought leadership.
 
 
 
 Your Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 As an Assistant Manager in the Forensics team, you are required to provide strategic sourcing services related to regulatory compliance, financial crime compliance (FCC), corporate governance, enterprise risk management, internal controls to our clients. You are also required to assist organizations to maintain effective and efficient controls, to manage organizational and strategic risks.
 
 
 As an Assistant Manager you are responsible for overseeing and conducting the sanctions screening processes across
 
 transaction screening, trade finance screening, and customer screening
 
 . The role involves managing daily screening investigations, ensuring compliance with global sanctions regimes (OFAC, UN, EU, UK HMT, and local regulations), providing guidance to analysts, and engaging with key stakeholders including Compliance, Sanctions Advisory, and senior management.
 
 
 
 To qualify for the role, you must have
 
 
 
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 5-7 years of relevant Financial Crime Compliance (AML/ CFT, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery &amp; Corruption) experience in banking, insurance, asset management, and/or in a big public accounting firm.
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 Supervise and guide a team of sanctions screening analysts handling alerts across payment transactions, trade finance, and customer onboarding/periodic review.
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 Ensure quality and timely resolution of alerts and escalations in line with regulatory requirements and internal SLAs.
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 Perform second-level reviews for complex or high-risk cases, including trade documents (bills of lading, letters of credit, shipping data, and counterparty due diligence).
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 Escalate confirmed sanctions matches and high-risk cases to relevant departments.
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 Strong understanding of expectations of regulators and international organizations such as FATF
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 Knowledge of the global risk and regulatory environment, especially developments in the FCC space.
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 Graduate degree in law, finance or commerce preferred. Post-graduate qualifications in AML/ CFT, commerce.
 
 
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 ACAMS Sanctions Specialist (CSS), ICA Sanctions Compliance, or equivalent certification preferred.
 
 
 
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 Working experience in the MENA region.
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 Post graduate qualifications in AML / CFT or professional / technical qualifications in risk management.
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 In-depth knowledge of global sanctions regulations (OFAC, UN, EU, UK HMT, FATF) and local central bank requirements.
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 Strong experience across all sanctions screening domains: transactions, trade finance, and customer screening.
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 Hands-on exposure to industry-leading sanctions screening systems
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 Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex sanctions risks in payments and trade flows.
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 Arabic speaking, reading and writing capabilities
 
 
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 What We Look For
 
 
 
 We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.
 
 
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 We offer a competitive compensation package where you&rsquo;ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:
 
 
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 Continuous learning: You&rsquo;ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
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 Success as defined by you: We&rsquo;ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
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 Transformative leadership: We&rsquo;ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
 
 
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 Diverse and inclusive culture: You&rsquo;ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
 
 
 If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
 
 
 The exceptional EY experience. It&rsquo;s yours to build.
 
 
 
 EY | Building a better working world
 
 
 
 EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
 
 
 Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
 
 
 Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
 
 
 
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Assistant Manager - Forensics - FCC - Cairo

Infosys

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description:</h2> 
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<li>Infosys offers a role titled Senior Domain Lead Fraud AML KYC</li>
<li>This position involves leading and managing engagements focused on Financial Crime Compliance initiatives including Customer Due Diligence KYC AML Transaction Monitoring Screening and Enterprise Fraud Management processes</li>
<li>The Senior Domain Lead would be responsible for overseeing growth of client base project quality budget and staffing while collaborating closely with senior client managers Sales Team</li>
<li>They are recognized as experts in their domain and contribute to advancing Infosys BPM s thought leadership in the industry</li></ul> 
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Key Responsibilities:</h2> 
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<li>Manage a practice to develop practical strategies roadmaps and re engineering program recommendations with clear implementation paths</li>
<li>Collaborate with clients to define long term visions goals and strategies related to Financial Crime Compliance</li>
<li>Advise clients on strategy and detailed Financial Crime Compliance use cases by leveraging industry best practices</li>
<li>Direct Guide teams in establishing comprehensive business and functional requirements and translating them into actionable project initiatives</li>
<li>Conduct interviews workshops and walkthroughs to elicit and process assets for Financial Crime Compliance</li>
<li>Understand key AML regulatory directives and assess their impact on existing policies risks and controls</li>
<li>Manage end to end project execution and stakeholder communication minimizing engagement risk</li>
<li>Provide insights on new and emerging technologies and contribute to the development of service offerings</li>
<li>Coach and develop junior team members to deliver quality results and promote professional development</li>
<li>Lead sales pursuits and business development activities</li>
<li>Requirements</li>
<li>A minimum of 10 years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance</li>
<li>Expertise in AML Transaction Monitoring Screening Customer Due Diligence KYC Enterprise Fraud Management</li>
<li>Functional knowledge of Actimize Oracle FCCM Fircosoft Fenergo or similar Financial Crime Compliance platforms Lexis Nexis</li>
<li>Excellent presentation and facilitation skills with the ability to build relationships at senior management and CXO levels</li></ul> 
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Technical Requirements:</h2> 
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<li>Preferred Qualifications</li>
<li>MBA or equivalent advanced degree</li>
<li>ACAMS Certification</li>
<li>Experience in working on RPA ML AI based transformational projects for clients</li>
<li>Experience leading programs where stakeholder engagement is key to successful delivery</li>
<li>Demonstrated thought leadership and ability to conceptualize and drive new solution service offerings</li>
<li>This role offers the opportunity to work on strategic programs dealing with complex industry specific requirements while further deepening knowledge in respective areas of specialization</li>
<li>Senior Domain Lead independently deliver high quality solutions and actively build key client relationships</li></ul> 
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Preferred Skills:</h2>
Fincrime-&gt;KYC/Anti Money Laundering /Fraud</div>

Senior Domain Lead

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