KYC Analyst

Capitex Open

On-site Abu Dhabi Dubai Contract Mid-level Risk & Financial Compliance

At a glance

Mid-level Risk & Financial Compliance role at Capitex. Abu Dhabi · contract.

Pay not stated Risk & Financial Compliance salary

RoleRisk & Financial Compliance

SeniorityMid-level

LocationAbu Dhabi

WorkplaceOn-site

EmploymentContract

PostedMar 6, 2026

Also hiring inDubai

Role brief

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What you'll do

Check identity, address, entity and wealth or funds evidence for retail and corporate customer reviews
Assess customer risk at onboarding and during periodic reviews, escalating higher-risk cases to compliance teams
Keep client files accurate, resolve documentation questions with front-office and operations teams, and refresh records
Help update KYC procedures when regulations change and support remediation work on existing files

What you bring

You have hands-on KYC or AML experience, ideally in banking across the UAE or wider GCC
You understand UAE Central Bank rules, FATF guidance and international AML standards
You can handle detailed, high-volume work while meeting quality and turnaround expectations
You can use Microsoft Office and have experience with KYC or CRM systems

Who this fits

This contract role suits a detail-focused analyst comfortable reviewing customer records and coordinating with several internal teams. The engagement is temporary for six months, with a possible extension, and is based in Dubai.

From the employer

Job Title: KYC Analyst (Contract)

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Engagement Type: Contract / Temporary

Duration: 6 months (with potential extension)

Rate: Competitive (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive KYC Analyst to support the onboarding and ongoing due diligence of clients for a leading bank in Dubai. This is a contract role ideal for professionals with a strong understanding of KYC, AML, and regulatory compliance requirements within the UAE banking environment.

You will play a key role in ensuring the bank meets its compliance obligations by reviewing and validating customer documentation, performing risk assessments, and liaising with internal teams to maintain high-quality client records.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct end-to-end KYC due diligence for retail and/or corporate clients in line with UAE Central Bank regulations and internal policies.
Collect, review, and validate KYC documents including identification, proof of address, legal entity information, and source of wealth/funds.
Perform initial and periodic risk assessments and customer risk profiling.
Escalate higher-risk clients to compliance or financial crime teams where appropriate.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files and records in accordance with internal and regulatory standards.
Liaise with front office, compliance, and operations teams to resolve documentation or risk-related queries.
Support remediation and refresh projects, ensuring that KYC files are up to date and compliant.
Keep abreast of regulatory changes and assist in implementing updates to KYC processes and controls.

Key Requirements

Proven experience in KYC/AML roles, preferably within a banking environment in the UAE or wider GCC region.
Strong knowledge of UAE Central Bank regulations, FATF guidelines, and global AML standards.
Familiarity with customer types including retail, corporate, high-net-worth (HNW), and offshore entities.
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage high volumes of work while maintaining quality and turnaround times.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and experience with KYC/CRM systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field.
AML or compliance certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or similar are a plus.
Arabic language skills are an advantage, but not required.