Head of AML/CTF

HALA
Riyadh
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Administration & Executive AssistanceExperience: 8-12 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Team synergy","Entrepreneurial mindset","Business acumen","Diligence","Self-actualization"]

Lead AML/CTF standards and ensure implementation of local compliance procedures across the investigation lifecycle. Oversee monitoring, assessment, case escalation feedback, and STR management, including accurate CDD/EDD and FIU STR review. Develop and maintain AML/CTF policies, compliance programs, and ongoing training for the AML/CFT team, partnering with the Head of Financial Crimes and maintaining relationships with regulators and law enforcement.

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HALA
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Head of AML/CTF

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Job Summary

Lead AML/CTF standards and ensure implementation of local compliance procedures across the investigation lifecycle. Oversee monitoring, assessment, case escalation feedback, and STR management, including accurate CDD/EDD and FIU STR review. Develop and maintain AML/CTF policies, compliance programs, and ongoing training for the AML/CFT team, partnering with the Head of Financial Crimes and maintaining relationships with regulators and law enforcement.
Location: Riyadh
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Administration & Executive Assistance
Seniority: Sr. Director level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Define AML and CTF standards and ensure implementation of local procedures.
  • •Oversee the monitoring and assessment program for AML/CTF, including investigation of suspicious activity and detailed incident handling.
  • •Ensure accurate CDD/EDD, review FIU STR for accuracy and completeness, and maintain STR registers before submission.
  • •Develop, improve, and maintain AML/CTF policies and procedures, including cascading legislative/regulatory changes.
  • •Oversee AML training and provide hands-on support to the AML/CFT team; coordinate with the Head of Financial Crimes and regulators/law enforcement (SAMA/FIU).

Pay and Benefits

Equity and Bonus:Equity
Perks:Learning BudgetEquity

Key Requirements

  • •8–12 years of AML/CTF experience in a similar role.
  • •Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent (or equivalent experience).
  • •Advanced knowledge of compliance and regulations.
  • •Strong computer skills; advanced in Microsoft Office tools.
  • •Fluent in English and Arabic.
Experience:8-12 yearsFintechComplianceAML/CTFAnti-money launderingCounter-terrorism financing
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Team synergyEntrepreneurial mindsetBusiness acumenDiligenceSelf-actualization
Languages:EnglishArabic
Tech Stack:Microsoft Office

Company Brief

HALA
Provides a mobile-first neobanking platform delivering digital financial services such as virtual cards, payments, and expense management to consumers and small businesses, aiming to simplify everyday banking and cross-border transactions in the region.
Industry: Neobanking
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