Position: Compliance Analyst
Location: DIFC, Dubai, UAE
Industry: Legal / Compliance / Financial Regulation
Employment Type: Full Time

Overview:

Charterhouse is partnering with a globally recognized law firm headquartered in the DIFC to recruit a Compliance Analyst. This is a pivotal role within one of the most respected centralized compliance teams in the Middle East, focusing on AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and CTF (Counter-Terrorism Financing) frameworks across the GCC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement, monitor, and enhance AML/CTF policies for regional GCC offices.

• Act as a point of contact for KYC, CDD, SDD, and EDD documentation—ensuring full compliance with AML laws in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Riyadh.

• Liaise with internal fee earners and external clients to collect and review due diligence materials.

• Report AML/CTF risks and suspicious activity to regulatory bodies including DFSA, FSRA, and MOJ.

• Support regular audits and internal reviews to ensure policy adherence and regulatory compliance.

• Maintain up-to-date compliance records and proactively flag changes in AML legislation.

• Assist the Head of Compliance in enhancing best practices and reporting structures.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a compliance or risk-related function, ideally within a law firm or regulated service provider.

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field.

• In-depth understanding of AML/CTF legislation, regulatory frameworks, and KYC/CDD processes in the GCC.

• Familiarity with regional and international compliance authorities: DFSA, FSRA, MOJ.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

• Proven ability to interpret legal regulations and translate them into internal procedures.

Why Join This Firm?

• Join a prestigious international law firm with a highly regarded compliance function.

• Gain exposure to cross-border AML/CTF practices and high-profile regulatory matters.

• Work in the DIFC, Dubai’s premier financial and legal hub.

• Collaborate with elite legal professionals in a structured and supportive team.