KYC & AML Analyst

CMC Markets Middle East is hiring a KYC & AML Analyst for its Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) office. The role reports to the Compliance Officer and MLRO.

Responsibilities

• Assess client risk at onboarding and run due diligence on individuals and corporate structures, including beneficial owners and signatories
• Assess source of funds and source of wealth and prepare enhanced due diligence files for higher-risk clients
• Screen clients and related parties against sanctions lists, PEP databases and adverse media
• Run periodic and event-driven KYC reviews and review monitoring alerts
• Escalate suspicious activity and support goAML reporting to the UAE FIU
• Maintain CDD records, prepare AML management information and support audits and regulatory returns
• Keep procedures current and follow regulatory updates

Requirements

• Around 1 to 3 years of KYC, onboarding or AML experience at a regulated firm (DFSA, FSRA, SCA or FCA)
• Working knowledge of AML/CFT and sanctions requirements
• Practical corporate due diligence and beneficial ownership experience
• Strong attention to detail and clear written communication

Desirable

• DFSA AML Module experience and familiarity with complex structures such as trusts and family offices
• Screening tools such as World-Check or Dow Jones
• AML qualification such as ICA or CAMS, Arabic skills and existing UAE residency

How to Apply

Apply on the company careers site (job reference CMC5815): apply here.