Quality & Risk | Client Acceptance - Associate (UAE National)

About the Role
During your tenure as a Quality and Risk Associate, you will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas:

• Follow established KYC/AML processes for new and existing clients/vendors in line with relevant the company Global and local policies, undertake due diligence, and raise any concerns to the quality risk representative/management.
• Perform AML risk assessment and analyze AML risks associated with the client, identifying 'red flag' situations. Potential risks and operational issues should be identified and escalated as appropriate.
• Comply with all relevant internal policies and procedures.
• Assist with Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews including trigger events and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs).
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills and consistently communicate with teams regarding compliance-related functions and investigative responsibilities.
• Engage with key stakeholders of the firm, including other the company offices, to build solid relationships, improve processes, share knowledge, and develop a compliance culture.
• Communicate compliance analysis and findings to management and staff, and to other members of the business.
• Identify any client/engagement related risks and escalate any issues to the quality risk representative.
• Proactively manage the centralized KYC mailbox and respond to queries accurately, efficiently, and promptly.

Location
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Data Analytics, or other related fields.
• Strong proficiency in basic PC applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) with a general understanding of data analysis techniques.
• Work experience is preferred in a similar role related to KYC/AML, due diligence, or compliance.
• Ability to think strategically and assist in the organization and management of a multi-disciplinary team; ability to sell additional services to clients.
• Ability to conduct extensive research.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.