Compliance Associate ,AML
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Compliance Associate (AML) on a contractor basis for candidates located in Egypt. 1–2 years' experience in compliance/KYC preferred; bachelor's degree in Law/Finance/Business or related. Must be familiar with AML, sanctions screening, KYC/KYB and EDD and able to work remotely from Egypt.
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Compliance Associate ,AML
Department: Compliance
Employment Type: Contract
Location: Egypt
Reporting To: Rajesh Kumar
Description
The Compliance Associate supports the Firm’s financial crime control framework across the full customer lifecycle, delivering front-line operational execution for onboarding due diligence, screening, and transaction monitoring across both BNPL and SVF product lines.
The role provides day-to-day disposition of alerts and cases and acts as an advisory resource to the Business and Scoring team.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and assess screening results (e.g., sanctions, PEPs, adverse media), escalating potential matches in line with internal procedures.
- Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) on high-risk customers and merchants, ensuring all findings are well-documented and meet regulatory expectations.
- Review and verify Know Your Business (KYB) documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with UAE regulatory standards.
- Assist in the monitoring and investigation of unusual or suspicious transactions, including documenting findings and escalating cases where appropriate.
- Maintain comprehensive notes and audit trails for all compliance reviews, investigations, and decisions.
- Work closely with internal teams (e.g., onboarding, risk, legal) to resolve compliance issues and queries in a timely manner.
- Help ensure that all compliance records and systems are updated and maintained in accordance with internal policies.
- Stay informed of relevant UAE AML/CFT regulations and industry developments.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Law, Finance, Business, or related discipline).
- 1–2 years’ experience in a compliance, KYC/KYB, or financial crime function (preferred but not essential).
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with AML, sanctions screening, KYC/KYB, and EDD processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively from a remote location.
- High level of integrity and professionalism when handling confidential information.
Job Benefits
- Experience in a FinTech, payments, or financial services environment.
- Understanding of UAE AML/CFT regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with compliance tools such as screening platforms, transaction monitoring systems, or case management tools.
What you'll do
- Review and assess screening results (e.g., sanctions, PEPs, adverse media), escalating potential matches in line with internal procedures.
- Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) on high-risk customers and merchants, ensuring all findings are well-documented and meet regulatory expectations.
- Review and verify Know Your Business (KYB) documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with UAE regulatory standards.
- Assist in the monitoring and investigation of unusual or suspicious transactions, including documenting findings and escalating cases where appropriate.
- Maintain comprehensive notes and audit trails for all compliance reviews, investigations, and decisions.
What they require
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Law, Finance, Business, or related discipline).
- 1–2 years’ experience in a compliance, KYC/KYB, or financial crime function (preferred but not essential).
- Familiarity with AML, sanctions screening, KYC/KYB, and EDD processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively from a remote location.
Benefits
- Experience in a FinTech, payments, or financial services environment.
- Understanding of UAE AML/CFT regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with compliance tools such as screening platforms, transaction monitoring systems, or case management tools.
Tabby is a fintech company in the Middle East offering financial services focused on Buy Now Pay Later. It works with major brands including Amazon, Noon, IKEA, SHEIN, Adidas and H&M, and serves millions of users across Saudi Arabia, UAE and Kuwait.