Head of Sanctions

We are currently supporting a well‑established banking organisation in the UAE with the appointment of a Head of Sanctions. This is a senior leadership role within the financial crime function responsible for shaping and maintaining an effective sanctions risk framework. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the bank s approach to sanctions compliance is robust, aligned with local regulatory expectations and consistent with global standards.

• Lead and manage the bank s sanctions compliance framework including policies, procedures and governance structures.
• Oversee sanctions screening controls across clients, transactions and payment flows ensuring effectiveness and compliance.
• Provide expert guidance on complex sanctions‑related matters and escalations.
• Manage regulatory engagement and act as the key point of contact on sanctions matters.
• Monitor developments in in...