Trade Compliance Officer | Compliance Specialist | Jobs in Dubai

Trade Compliance Officer | Compliance Specialist | Jobs in Dubai

Trade Compliance Officer |Compliance Specialist | Jobs in Dubai

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Trading / Commodities / Oil & Gas
Reports to: Head of Compliance / Legal & Risk Director

Job Description:

A leading trading company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Compliance Specialist to ensure compliance with AML , anti-bribery regulations,international sanctions and KYC due diligence processes . The ideal candidate must have a strong background in trade sanctions, regulatory frameworks, and commodity trading compliance , with fluency in English and Russian .

This role requires high-level decision-making, integrity, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes , particularly concerningsanctions, price cap rules, affecting the Oil & Gas sector .

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance & Trade Sanctions:

• Ensure full compliance with Sanctions Framework, Price Cap Rules, and counter-sanctions .
• Monitor and assess international sanctions developments affecting commodity trading.
• Provide guidance on sanctions compliance, financial crime risk, and regulatory reporting .
• Review contracts, transactions, and trading activities to identify potential sanctions risks.
• Conduct KYC and due diligence on clients, suppliers, and business partners.
• Oversee anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies , ensuring compliance with international standards.
• Implement AML and financial crime prevention measures to mitigate risks.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and legal teams regarding compliance obligations.

Compliance & Risk Management in Trading (Commodities & Oil & Gas):

• Advise trading teams on sanctions implications for transactions in the commodities sector.
• Ensure compliance with Oil & Gas sector regulations , particularly price cap measures.
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to align with trade compliance requirements.
• Conduct internal audits and compliance training programs for employees.

Candidate Requirements:

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Compliance , with a focus on Trade Sanctions .
• Strong background in Bribery and Corruption regulations, KYC/Due Diligence .
• Experience in Trading, particularly in Commodities (Oil & Gas preferred) .

Knowledge of Sanctions & Regulatory Frameworks:

• Sanctions Framework
• Oil & Gas sector regulations
• Strong decision-making abilities with high integrity.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills .
• Attention to detail and accuracy in compliance assessments.
• Effective communication skills , with the ability to work across diverse teams.

Language Requirements:

Benefits & Compensation:

• Competitive tax-free salary (based on experience and qualifications).
• Work with a globally recognized trading company in Dubai .

Similar Job Titles in Dubai:

• Sanctions & Risk Analyst
• Financial Crime Compliance Specialist
• KYC & Due Diligence Compliance Manager
• Commodities Trading Compliance Officer

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