Money Laundering Reporting Officer

Job Title: Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)Location: Dubai, UAESalary: AED 4,000 – 7,000 per month (Depending on experience and qualifications)Employment Type: Full-timeAbout the RoleWe are supporting our client, a growing business setup and tax advisory company in the UAE, in their search for an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing, managing, and overseeing the company’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT) compliance framework. The role requires strong knowledge of UAE AML regulations, regulatory requirements, and financial crime compliance practices to ensure effective risk management and adherence to industry standards.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and maintain the company’s AML/CFT compliance framework in line with UAE regulations and international standards.Ensure compliance with UAE AML laws, FATF recommendations, sanctions regulations, and regulatory expectations.Oversee Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), KYC processes, and ongoing customer monitoring.Review, investigate, and assess suspicious transactions and financial crime risks.Prepare and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs/SARs) to the relevant authorities, including the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).Conduct enterprise-wide AML risk assessments and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.Monitor transaction monitoring and sanctions screening systems to ensure compliance effectiveness.Develop, maintain, and update AML policies, procedures, internal controls, and compliance documentation.Liaise with regulators, auditors, and relevant authorities as required.Conduct AML/CFT training and awareness sessions for employees.Provide regular AML compliance reports and updates to senior management and the Board of Directors.Support continuous improvement of compliance processes and controls.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.Professional certification such as ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent AML qualification is preferred.5–10+ years of experience in AML, compliance, financial crime, or regulatory risk management.Proven experience managing AML responsibilities at a senior level.Strong knowledge of UAE AML/CFT regulations, FATF recommendations, and regulatory requirements.Hands-on experience with KYC, CDD/EDD, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting systems (including goAML).Key SkillsStrong AML/CFT compliance expertise.Financial crime risk assessment and investigation skills.Regulatory reporting and compliance documentation.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work independently and manage compliance functions effectively.BenefitsUAE employment visa provided.Medical insurance coverage.Other benefits as per UAE Labour Law.Annual leave and statutory benefits as per UAE Labour Law.Career growth opportunities within a growing business environment.Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented AML professional with strong UAE regulatory knowledge and experience in financial crime compliance. The candidate should have the ability to independently manage AML frameworks, work with senior stakeholders, and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance within a growing organization.