KYC Officer

Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates
Job Type: FullTime
Industry: Commodity Trading / Financial Compliance
Reports to: Head of Compliance / Legal & Risk Director

A leading commodity trading firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced KYC Officer to oversee Know Your Customer (KYC) processes due diligence and regulatory compliance . This role is crucial in ensuring the company adheres to international AML (AntiMoney Laundering) regulations UAE financial laws and global trade compliance standards .

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in KYC AML regulations and risk assessment within commodity trading financial services or corporate compliance .

• Conduct customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) on new and existing clients.
• Verify corporate structures beneficial ownership and source of funds for counterparties.
• Maintain and update KYC documentation risk profiles and compliance records .
• Perform sanctions screening adverse media checks and risk classification of trading partners.

• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations FATF guidelines and global AML frameworks .
• Monitor transactions for suspicious activities and report any potential risks.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities banks and internal compliance teams regarding KYC and AML matters.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of internal compliance policies and procedures .

• Assess potential financial crime risks sanctions risks and tradebased money laundering threats .
• Prepare KYC risk reports for senior management and regulatory audits.
• Implement and enhance risk mitigation strategies to ensure robust compliance.
• Conduct internal audits and compliance reviews related to KYC processes.

• Work with KYC automation tools risk screening databases and compliance software .
• Ensure accurate data entry and management of client onboarding systems .
• Recommend and implement process improvements for KYC and AML compliance .

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in KYC AML or financial compliance .
• Experience in commodity trading financial institutions or corporate compliance .
• Strong understanding of global sanctions regulations (OFAC EU UN) AML directives and UAE financial compliance laws .

• Bachelors degree in Finance Law Business or a related field Required.
• Certification in AML KYC or Compliance (e.g. CAMS ICA or equivalent) Preferred.

• Strong knowledge of KYC procedures financial crime prevention and risk management .
• Detailoriented with excellent analytical and problemsolving skills .
• Proficiency in KYC automation tools compliance software and financial risk screening systems .
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to work with clients and regulatory bodies.
• Ability to handle highpressure environments and tight compliance deadlines .

• Competitive taxfree salary in Dubai.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid leave .
• Professional development and training in compliance and regulatory affairs.
• Opportunity to work in a prestigious commodity trading firm with global market exposure .

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