Analyst - KYC & Onboarding - Personal Banking (Emiratized role)

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end KYC due diligence for new onboarding, trigger events and periodic reviews in line with bank policies and UAE Central Bank regulations.
• Review and verify account opening forms, customer due diligence (CDD) documentation and Customer Risk Assessments.
• Conduct name screening, adverse media checks and escalate hits to compliance/fraud advisory teams.
• Approve KYC files where applicable and ensure completeness of documentation before onboarding or retention decisions.
• Maintain departmental trackers, prepare process presentations and support KPI delivery.
• Coordinate with Relationship Managers, Head Office KYC, Risk & Controls and other stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure timely case progression.
• Support training and knowledge transfer to offshore teams and business segments as required.
• Follow GCDD, departmental SOPs, RCSA procedures and identify KRIs when applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Banking experience
• KYC/AML experience
• Regulatory knowledge
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Stakeholder management
• English proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Compliance, KYC/AML/CFT, Financial Crime or Risk Management (e.g., CAMS)
• Experience with FATCA, CRS and sanctions screening processes
• Internal audit or compliance assurance exposure
• Prior experience within UAE banking or familiarity with UAE Central Bank expectations

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package aligned with FAB policies
• Health insurance and medical coverage
• Annual leave and statutory benefits
• End of service gratuity and visa support where applicable

About the Company

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the UAE's largest bank and among the world's most secure financial institutions. FAB focuses on growth through innovation, differentiation and strong governance while supporting employees' development and career progression. This Emiratized role is based in Abu Dhabi and contributes to the bank's KYC, AML and onboarding controls for the Personal Banking segment.