Officer – Transaction Monitoring (Emirati Talent)
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Date posted
November 4, 2026
Hiring location
Dubai
Career level
Junior
Qualification
Bachelor's Degree / Professional Qualification
Experience
2 - 3 Years in AML
Description
Dubai Islamic Bank is looking for an Officer - Transaction Monitoring to support the bank's anti-money laundering (AML) and financial-crime control activities. The role involves reviewing alerts generated by the Transaction Monitoring System, assessing available information, documenting decisions and escalating cases that require further investigation. The officer will also contribute to improving detective controls and supporting preventive measures for sanctions-related risks. This vacancy is designated for Emirati talent and is based in Dubai, UAE.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and analyse alerts generated by the Transaction Monitoring System (TMS).
- Assess alert information using the TMS and relevant information available in other bank systems.
- Close or discount alerts only where the available evidence supports the decision, and record a clear rationale in line with the required checklist and procedures.
- Identify potential regulatory, money-laundering, terrorist-financing and other financial-crime risks, and support analysis of appropriate resolutions.
- Review and respond to internal and external suspicious transaction reports or requests for information within the required response time.
- Refer cases with relevant red flags to the Level 2 review or reporting team, providing clear reasons for escalation.
- Escalate unresolved AML and counter-terrorist-financing investigations to the line manager.
- Assist the line manager with additional monitoring and control activities as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications
A bachelor's degree is required, and professional qualifications in risk and control-related areas are relevant. The listed disciplines include audit and compliance. Applicants should have general banking experience covering financial products and processes, such as operations, branch management or finance, together with at least two to three years of AML experience.
Skills and Competencies
Candidates need strong analysis, attention to detail, sound judgement, clear case documentation and familiarity with banking controls, AML procedures and appropriate escalation.
Employment Details
Employer: Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB)
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Type: Full-time
Experience: 2–3 years in AML, alongside banking experience
Education: Bachelor's degree; relevant risk, audit or compliance qualifications are applicable
Eligibility: Emirati talent
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