AML CTF Executive Transaction Monitoring

The AML CTF Executive(Transaction monitoring) will be a key member of the compliance team, responsible for reviewing customer transactions to identify and report suspicious activities. The role ensures full compliance with UAE AML/CFT regulations, VARA rulebooks and international best practices.

This position requires strong investigative skills, regulatory knowledge and hands on experience in transaction monitoring and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) within the virtual assets / cryptocurrency sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily monitoring and review customer transactions to detect unusual or suspicious activity.
• Investigate alerts generated by the transaction monitoring system, escalating cases as appropriate
• Prepare and file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with UAE Federal Law and VARA requirements.
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews on high-risk customers, counterparties, and complex transactions
• Conduct market surveillance monitoring activities to detect unusual or suspicious trading behavior
• Assist the Compliance Officer and MLRO in ensuring accurate regulatory reporting
• Contribute to internal audits, compliance reviews and regulatory inspections
• Stay updated on changes in AML/CFT regulations, FATF guidelines and Crypto specific compliance developments.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Law or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in transaction monitoring or AML compliance, preferably within a crypto exchange, VASP or financial institution
• Solid understanding of the UAE AML/CFT regulatory framework, VARA regulations and FATF standards
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in conducting Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk customers
• Hands-on experience with blockchain analytical tools (Eg, Chainanalysis, Elliptic, TRM labs) is an advantage
• Strong analytical, investigative and report-writing skills
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA or CFE are preferred
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paces regulatory environment.