Title: Head of Financial Crime ComplianceLocation: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
About the ClientOur client, a well-established bank in Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Head of Financial Crime Compliance to join their team.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead 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 RequirementsBachelor’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 SAMA 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.
