Compliance Officer- Middle East l Valcambi FZCO

COMPLIANCE OFFICER – MIDDLE EAST Location: Middle East (UAE / Kuwait / Saudi Arabia) UAE work permit Reporting line: Swiss Headquarters About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Compliance Officer – Middle East to join our organization in the precious metals refining sector. This role will be responsible for overseeing and strengthening compliance frameworks across the Middle East region, with a primary focus on the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, while maintaining a direct reporting line to the Swiss headquarters. Qualifications & Competency Requirements Educational Qualifications: · Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Compliance, Risk Management, or related field. · Minimum 5–8 years of experience in compliance. Professional Certifications: ACAMS, or equivalent certifications in AML/CFT and sanctions compliance. Additional certifications are an advantage. Experience Requirements: · Minimum 5 years of compliance, AML/CFT, financial crime compliance, or regulatory compliance experience; preferably in precious metals, commodities, or financial/banking services · Familiarity with LBMA Responsible Sourcing Guidance and OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals · Familiarity with regulatory environments in UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia · Proven experience managing cross-border compliance issues and working with headquarters structures Technical Competencies: The Compliance Officer should demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of: · UAE Anti-Money Laundering (“AML”), Combatting the Financing of Terrorism (“CFT”), and Proliferation Financing (“PF”) regulatory framework; · UAE Ministry of Economy guidance applicable to regulated entities and Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (“DNFBPs”); · UAE sanctions, Targeted Financial Sanctions (“TFS”), and proliferation financing obligations; · Regulatory environments in UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Competence and hands-on experience with: · customer due diligence (“CDD”) and enhanced due diligence (“EDD”) and ongoing monitoring requirements; · Sanctions screening, adverse media review, and politically exposed persons (“PEP”) controls; · Regulatory expectations relating to governance, internal controls, record keeping, and compliance monitoring; · regulatory reporting obligations Personal Attributes: Positive working attitude with the ability to work professionally and collaboratively within a regulated environment; · Ability to handle complex compliance, regulatory, and risk-related matters with sound judgment and professionalism; · High level of professionalism, discretion, integrity and confidentiality; · Strong analytical and risk assessment skills; · Ability to identify suspicious or unusual activities and escalate appropriately; · Strong understanding of onboarding, monitoring, and compliance controls; · Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; · Ability to work independently and under pressure in a regulated environment. Language Requirements: · Mandatory: English communication skills (written and spoken). Arabic spaker is a plus and additional languages are an advantage. Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes to hr@valcambi-uae.com.