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About the role:
 

As a Compliance Officer at haus & haus, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing the company’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) compliance framework. This position ensures full adherence to UAE regulations, particularly those set by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), and the UAE Central Bank.

Acting as the key liaison between haus & haus and regulatory authorities, you will be responsible for ensuring proper reporting, conducting due diligence, and implementing risk management processes. Your expertise will help safeguard the company’s operations while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and regulatory integrity.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain AML/CTF policies and procedures in line with UAE regulations and international best practices.
• Ensure the company’s compliance with all applicable laws, including but not limited to Federal Decree-Law No. (20) of 2018 on AML/CTF and associated guidelines.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and gap analyses to identify and mitigate AML risks in real estate transactions (including potential terrorist financing activities) and ensure compliance with UAE and international sanctions regimes.
• Monitor real estate transactions for suspicious activities and ensure proper reporting to the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) via the UAE’s AML system.
• Report all cash amounts of AED 55,000 or more received from clients for sales deals to the FIU.
• Report any sales deals to the FIU where the method of payment is or has been converted from a virtual asset for a portion or the entire property value.
• Act as the primary point of contact with regulatory authorities on all AML/CTF matters.

Suspicious Transaction Reporting (STR) & Monitoring

• Review, investigate, and report suspicious transactions and activities in a timely manner.
• Maintain detailed records of all STR filings and internal investigations.
• Provide advisory support to the business on transactions that may pose a risk of money laundering or terrorist financing.

Customer Due Diligence (CDD) & Know Your Customer (KYC)

• Oversee the implementation of robust KYC and CDD procedures for all clients, ensuring compliance with enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk transactions, including but not limited to:
   - Screening of clients and identification of UBOs, if applicable
   - Assessment and categorisation of clients into risk levels
   - Identification of Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
   - Screenings against United Nations Security Council and UAE local terrorist lists
   - Adverse media screening to identify clients with negative press related to financial crimes, fraud, money laundering, or other illicit activities
• Ensure ongoing monitoring of clients and transactions to detect potential risks.
• Review and approve onboarding procedures for new clients in alignment with regulatory requirements.

Training & Awareness

• Develop and conduct AML/CTF training programmes for employees to ensure awareness of compliance obligations, risks, and reporting requirements.
• Ensure all staff are regularly updated on changes to AML regulations and internal policies.
• Foster a strong compliance culture within the company.

Reporting & Record-Keeping

• Ensure that all documentation, transactions, and reports related to AML/CTF are properly recorded and maintained.
• Maintain comprehensive records of AML/CTF compliance activities, audits, and regulatory correspondences.
• Prepare monthly reports for senior management on the company’s AML/CTF activities and compliance status.
• Ensure the company adheres to data retention policies as per UAE regulations.
• Assist with internal and external audits focusing on AML/CTF compliance.

Policies and Procedures

• Communicate with clients and/or colleagues using clear and professional language.
• Maintain confidentiality of company materials and information.
• Protect the privacy and security of clients and/or colleagues.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
   

What you’ll need
 

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in AML Compliance, preferably in the UAE Real Estate Sector or Financial Services
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree or professional AML certification is an advantage).
• Certification such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) is preferred.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• English speaking. (Arabic a plus)
   

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of UAE AML/CTF Laws and Regulations.
• Experience in dealing with regulatory bodies such as DLD, FIU, and the UAE Central Bank.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to train and guide internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and objectively while ensuring alignment with company objectives.
   

If you meet the above criteria and would like the opportunity to work with haus & haus, send in your application. You can also get in touch with us via careers@hausandhaus.com with your CV.