About the Job
Support the AML Lead in conducting daily AML monitoring, customer due diligence, investigations, and regulatory reporting, ensuring compliance with SAMA and FIU requirements.
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Key Responsibilities:
CDD & Onboarding
- Perform KYC/KYB checks during onboarding and ensure completeness of company documents.
- Validate CR, National Address, MCC, Beneficial Ownership, and IBAN ownership.
- Perform sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening.
EDD & High-Risk Reviews
- Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence on high-risk merchants.
- Review unusual patterns in merchant profiles, including transaction volatility, abnormal MCC behavior, and cash-like activities.
Monitoring & Investigations
- Approve high-risk clients (e.g., cash-intensive merchants, unusual MCCs, high-volume cross-border activities).
Regulatory Engagement
- Act as the primary point of contact with SAMA and FIU regarding AML matters.
- Coordinate regulatory inspections, information requests, and remediation action plans.
Training & Awareness
- Review AML alerts, analyze customer behavior, and escalate suspicious activity to AML Lead.
- Conduct initial AML case investigations and prepare case summaries.
- Assist in preparing STRs for submission.
Regulatory Reporting
- Maintain AML logs, investigation records, and supporting evidence.
- Ensure timely documentation in the case management system.
Training & Awareness
- Support the delivery of AML training to new joiners and operational teams.
What Are We Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Law, Business, or a related field.
- 1–2 years' experience in AML, fraud, or compliance.
- Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of AML systems.
- Knowledge of SAMA AML requirements and FIU STR procedures is preferred.
What We Offer You
We believe you will love working here!
- We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in offices.
- We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
- We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
- Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
- We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
