Capitex

Specializes in rapid FCC staffing solutions

Transaction Monitoring Compliance Officer

Financial Crime & AMLConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSharjah - United Arab EmiratesNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of relevant anti-money laundering or transaction monitoring experience within the UAE is mandatory.
Proven experience filing Suspicious Transaction Reports or Suspicious Activity Reports through the goAML portal.
Strong knowledge of UAE anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing laws, regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks.
Hands-on experience conducting anti-money laundering investigations and case management.
Strong analytical, documentation, and report-writing skills.
Ability to work independently and meet strict regulatory deadlines.
A bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily transactions to identify unusual or suspicious activities in line with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regulations.
Conduct detailed anti-money laundering investigations and analyze transactional patterns, customer profiles, and risk indicators.
Prepare and file Suspicious Transaction Reports or Suspicious Activity Reports with the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit through the goAML system.
Escalate high-risk cases and provide clear documentation of findings and recommendations.
Ensure compliance with UAE Central Bank, ADGM/DFSA if applicable, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
Maintain accurate investigation records and ensure audit readiness.
Assist in periodic reviews of anti-money laundering policies, procedures, and transaction monitoring rules.
Support internal and external audits related to anti-money laundering and compliance matters.
Stay updated with evolving UAE anti-money laundering regulations and regulatory guidance.

Desired Qualifications

AML certifications, such as CAMS, are an advantage.

Transaction Monitoring Compliance Officer

Capitex · Sharjah, United Arab Emirates · Contract · Posted 2026-02-26

Workplace: on_site

Description

Job Title: Transaction Monitoring Compliance Officer

Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Job Type: Contractual Position

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Transaction Monitoring Compliance Officer to join our team in Sharjah on a contractual basis. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3+ years of UAE-based experience in AML compliance and transaction monitoring, with proven expertise in conducting AML investigations and filing STRs/SARs in accordance with UAE regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor daily transactions to identify unusual or suspicious activities in line with AML/CFT regulations.
Conduct detailed AML investigations and analyze transactional patterns, customer profiles, and risk indicators.
Prepare and file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) / Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) via the goAML system.
Escalate high-risk cases and provide clear documentation of findings and recommendations.
Ensure compliance with UAE Central Bank, ADGM/DFSA (if applicable), and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
Maintain accurate investigation records and ensure audit readiness at all times.
Assist in periodic reviews of AML policies, procedures, and transaction monitoring rules.
Support internal and external audits related to AML and compliance matters.
Stay updated with evolving UAE AML regulations and regulatory guidance.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of relevant AML/Transaction Monitoring experience within the UAE (mandatory).
Proven experience in filing STRs/SARs through the goAML portal.
Strong knowledge of UAE AML/CFT laws, regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks.
Hands-on experience conducting AML investigations and case management.
Strong analytical, documentation, and report-writing skills.
Ability to work independently and meet strict regulatory deadlines.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
AML certifications (e.g., CAMS) are an advantage.

Key Competencies

High attention to detail
Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
Confidentiality and integrity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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About the Company

Capitex

Specializes in rapid FCC staffing solutions

Capitex Global provides staffing and recruitment services focused exclusively on financial crime compliance (FCC). Its offerings include Rapid Response Teams that deploy interim specialists within days to handle surges and remediation, Executive Search for discreet global permanent hires, and an Early Careers Programme to train and place emerging FCC professionals. Clients are banks, fintechs, and regulated firms, and Capitex supports them by providing pre-vetted talent across AML, KYC, sanctions, transaction monitoring, fraud, and ABAC, with deployments often in 24–48 hours. The goal is to help financial institutions scale their compliance functions quickly and effectively to meet regulatory requirements and manage financial crime risk.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 2021

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