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Assistant Vice President – Financial Crime Compliance

aldar · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Corporate LawExecutive LevelExternal listingfull-time10 days ago

About The Role

JOB PURPOSE

  • Ensure that Aldar is compliant with its regulatory compliance obligations, financial crime awareness and adherence to internal policies
  • Support business functions achieve their objectives whilst striving for excellence in the spheres of compliance and risk

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance Organization Set-up

  • Promote a strong culture of compliance, AML awareness, and ethical conduct across the organization.
  • Support the continuous enhancement of the Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) framework, systems, and controls.
  • Evaluate and support the implementation of digital, AI, and automation initiatives to enhance compliance processes.
  • Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the organization.
  • Draft, review, and support the implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory documentation.
  • Design and maintain risk-based compliance monitoring programmes and effective FCC controls.
  • Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Compliance Programme, including training and awareness initiatives.
  • Partner with the VP – Compliance and business stakeholders to maintain an effective Compliance Programme and Regulatory Universe.
  • Support the alignment of compliance activities with business objectives and the organization's risk management framework.
  • Ensure effective data protection, confidentiality, and record retention practices within the Compliance function.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and management papers for senior management and governance forums.

Monitoring and Reporting

  • Identify, investigate, and report compliance, AML, sanctions, ethics, and anti-bribery breaches, recommending appropriate corrective actions.
  • Conduct compliance risk assessments and monitor the effectiveness of controls and mitigation actions.
  • Coordinate with business stakeholders to support compliance objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal FCC policies.
  • Prepare periodic compliance, AML, and regulatory reports for senior management and governance committees.
  • Support regulatory inspections, audits, and engagements with regulators and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain and periodically review the organization's Regulatory Universe.
  • Monitor the implementation of corrective actions and escalate significant compliance matters to the VP and Head of Compliance.
  • Promote compliance awareness and reinforce a strong compliance culture across the organization.

Support the Compliance Process

  • Act as the second line of defence to protect the organization from financial, regulatory, legal, and reputational risks.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, regulators, auditors, and external service providers.
  • Provide compliance guidance to business functions and support regulatory reviews and internal audits.
  • Drive continuous improvement of compliance processes, controls, and technology-enabled solutions.

TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

  • Bilingual English and Arabic (verbal/ written)
  • Strong ethics, compliance and risk management
  • Strong interpersonal skills with attention to detail and effective decision-making abilities
  • Effective communicator across all stakeholder groups.
  • Analytical and critical thinking, with effective written ability
  • Advanced presentation skills

QUALIFICATION

Bachelor’s degree Business/Accounting or Law Degree

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