Complaints and AML Desk Specialist

First Abu Dhabi Bank

Employer Active

Posted 4 hrs ago

Experience

1 - 3 Years

Education

Any Graduation

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Investigations and Follow-up Unit in managing queries and complaints from internal and external customers.
  • Investigate, analyse, and resolve complaints related to payments, online transactions, and AML-reviewed items.
  • Handle AML Desk responsibilities by reviewing blocked payments and responding with timely resolutions.
  • Ensure clean payments are released within required timelines and in full compliance with AML standards.
  • Provide high-quality customer service while managing inquiries and complaints efficiently.
  • Manage daily work volumes and ensure adherence to SLAs and KPIs.
  • Review and respond to payment alerts flagged in AML systems as per global AML policies.
  • Reduce operational pressure on processing staff by diverting and resolving inquiries directly.
  • Escalate risks and sensitive issues promptly to minimise reputational and financial exposure.
  • Suggest mitigation actions and implement controls to minimise operational risks.
  • Maintain professional communication across all departments interacting with the unit.
  • Support onboarding and training of new staff, providing guidance and job familiarisation.
  • Complete designated tasks efficiently while maintaining service quality and compliance.
  • Propose process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
  • Maintain records of handled cases and ensure MIS is updated and accurate.
  • Ensure end-to-end adherence to SLAs, TATs, and quality standards.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with branches and internal business units.

Skills Set

  • Payment investigations
  • AML payment screening
  • Complaints resolution
  • Risk escalation
  • SLA and TAT management
  • Case documentation and MIS
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Customer communication
  • Process improvement

Why Join Us

  • Be part of a critical unit ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality payment operations at the UAE s largest bank.
  • Enhance expertise in AML, payment investigations, and service quality improvement.
  • Work in a structured yet dynamic environment with strong growth and learning opportunities.

Desired Candidate Profile

Ideal Profile

  • University degree or diploma in a relevant field.
  • Two years of banking experience, with at least one year in payments, AML review, investigations, or similar operational roles.
  • Strong understanding of AML policies, payment flows, and operational risk considerations.
  • Ability to analyse payment queries and resolve complaints in a structured and timely manner.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented, organised, and capable of handling high workloads under pressure.
  • Strong customer service mindset with problem-solving orientation.

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Complaints And AML Desk Specialist

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First Abu Dhabi Bank

First Abu Dhabi Bank is one of the world s safest and most respected financial institutions, known for reliability, customer focus, and operational excellence. FAB empowers employees with strong development pathways while maintaining a culture of ethics, service, and continuous improvement.

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