Associate Director - Financial Crime Risk
Full-time
Gentis Recruitment
Dubai, UAE
A highly respected organisation within the financial services sector is seeking an experienced Associate Director – Financial Crime Risk to join its growing team in Dubai.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior financial crime professional to take on a leadership role focused on financial crime risk oversight, regulatory engagement, strategic initiatives and team management within a dynamic and evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of financial crime professionals, providing technical guidance and mentorship.
- Oversee financial crime risk activities across a diverse portfolio of financial services businesses.
- Drive a risk-based approach to the identification, assessment and mitigation of AML, CFT and sanctions-related risks.
- Contribute to strategic initiatives, business planning and policy development.
- Provide subject matter expertise on financial crime risk and regulatory developments.
- Engage with senior stakeholders, executive management and external counterparties on complex financial crime matters.
- Monitor emerging risks, industry trends and international best practices.
- Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects and regulatory initiatives.
- Ensure high-quality reporting, documentation and risk assessments are delivered in a timely manner.
Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, Risk Management or a related discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of experience within financial services, financial crime compliance, risk management, regulatory oversight or related functions.
- Previous experience managing teams and leading complex projects or initiatives.
- Strong expertise in AML, CFT, sanctions and financial crime risk management frameworks.
- Experience engaging with senior stakeholders, executive committees, boards and external authorities.
- Strong understanding of governance, risk management and regulatory expectations within financial services.
- Excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
- Professional certifications such as ACAMS, CFA, FRM or equivalent would be advantageous.
Preferred Background
Applications are particularly welcomed from professionals currently working within:
- Banking & Financial Services
- Financial Crime Compliance
- Risk Management
- Regulatory & Advisory Functions
- Consulting Firms specialising in Financial Services
- Public Sector or Regulatory Environments
What's on Offer
- Senior leadership opportunity with significant visibility and impact.
- Exposure to complex financial crime and risk management challenges.
- Opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and organisational development.
- Collaborative and high-performing professional environment.
- Competitive remuneration package and long-term career prospects.
Due to the confidential nature of this search, additional information will be shared with shortlisted candidates.
Vacancy posted a month ago
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