Manager - Regulatory Compliance Non Financial Crime Compliance

We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Manager to support the Head of Regulatory Compliance in ensuring the bank meets all applicable regulatory requirements beyond Financial Crime (AML, KYC, CTF, Sanctions).

This role is central to driving regulatory assurance across the business, managing regulatory interactions, and ensuring ongoing compliance with CBUAE regulations.

• Conduct regulatory compliance assessments across the bank using internal frameworks (RMS)
• Analyse responses, review supporting evidence, and identify compliance gaps
• Track and follow up on remediation actions with business stakeholders
• Maintain and update regulatory breach registers and trackers
• Support assurance activities across both regulatory and non-regulatory functions

• Act as a key point of contact for regulatory interactions, including CBUAE requests and inspections
• Support correspondence between the bank and regulators, ensuring timely and accurate submissions
• Ensure all regulatory reporting obligations are met within deadlines
• Assist in escalating material breaches to senior management and regulators

• Provide clear and timely regulatory advice to internal stakeholders
• Review regulatory notices and ensure accurate communication across the business
• Maintain and enhance the internal regulatory library covering CBUAE requirements
• Prepare reports and submissions for governance forums (e.g. Compliance Committee, Board Risk Committee)

• Review policies, procedures, and product programmes to ensure regulatory alignment
• Support FATCA/CRS reporting, monitoring, and compliance activities
• Contribute to regulatory training and awareness programmes
• Ensure weekly dashboards and internal MIS reporting are delivered on time

• Minimum 8 years’ experience within banking or financial services
• At least 5 years in Regulatory Compliance (essential)
• Experience interacting with regulators (preferably CBUAE)
• Background in Audit or Legal is advantageous

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum requirement)
• Professional certifications such as ACAMS or equivalent are preferred

• Strong knowledge of CBUAE regulations and regulatory frameworks
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• High attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities