Head of Financial Crime Compliance

5 days ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Aventus Full time 100,000 - 120,000 per year

Title:
Head of Financial Crime Compliance

Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

About the Client

Our client, a well-established bank in Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Head of Financial Crime Compliance to join their team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the AML, sanctions, and financial crime compliance framework.
  • Manage and develop a team overseeing sanctions advisory, AML monitoring, and compliance intelligence functions.
  • Provide expert advice on compliance risks related to products, transactions, and clients, ensuring alignment with local and international regulations.
  • Oversee AML transaction monitoring and screening systems, ensuring effective detection, investigation, and escalation of alerts.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with regulators, correspondent banks, and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely and comprehensive responses to compliance requests and audits.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with relevant professional certifications such as ACAMS, ACSS, or CCO.
  • 6-8 years experience in financial crime compliance within banking, including senior-level leadership experience.
  • Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian banking regulations, AML, sanctions, and international financial crime standards.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills with fluency in English and Arabic.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and work independently under tight deadlines.

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