Compliance & AML/CFT Senior Officer

About the role

Diligent Financial Services S.A.L. (DFS) is looking for a senior professional to lead its compliance and anti‑money‑laundering (AML) efforts in Lebanon. The role combines regulatory oversight, risk monitoring and staff training within a regulated financial institution.

Key responsibilities

• Support implementation and monitoring of DFS's Compliance and AML/CFT framework.
• Ensure compliance with Lebanese CMA regulations, SIC requirements and international standards.
• Prepare regulatory reports and liaise with authorities on routine compliance matters.
• Perform KYC, CDD/EDD, sanctions screening and AML monitoring activities.
• Assist with internal audits, compliance monitoring, staff training and regulatory reporting.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in Compliance and AML/CFT within financial services, banking, brokerage or capital markets.
• Hold relevant CMA examinations, a degree in Securities/Financial Derivatives, or ten years of experience in Lebanon's financial sector.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks, KYC requirements and CMA/SIC regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

Required skills

• Knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks.
• Proficiency in KYC, CDD/EDD and sanctions screening processes.
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting and compliance monitoring.