Compliance Advisor- FOCAL

About Mozn:

Mozn is a rapidly growing technology firm revolutionising the field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and it’s working to realise Vision 2030 with a proven track record of excellence in supporting and growing the tech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the GCC region. Mozn is the trusted AI technology partner for some of the largest government organizations, as well as many large corporations and startups.

We are in an exciting stage of scaling the company to provide AI-powered products and solutions both locally and globally that ensure the growth and prosperity of our digital humanity. It is an exciting time to work in the field of AI to create a long-lasting impact.

We are seeking a Compliance Advisor who will play a critical role in supporting Mozn's clients across various industries, helping them implement effective AML, fraud prevention, and compliance strategies. This individual will provide regulatory guidance, best practices, and data-driven recommendations to optimize customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, and risk assessment.

The ideal candidate has experience in the GCC region, preferably within a regulated institution such as a bank or fintech, and is well-versed in KSA and GCC AML/fraud regulations.

Responsibilities:

Client Advisory & Compliance Strategy

• Provide expert AML and fraud compliance guidance to clients across different industries, ensuring their frameworks align with KSA and GCC regulatory requirements.
• Advise clients on best practices for sanctions screening, customer onboarding, ongoing monitoring, risk assessments, and fraud prevention.
• Work closely with clients to tailor rules and monitoring strategies based on their unique risk profiles.
• Assist clients in evaluating the effectiveness of their AML policies and controls, providing recommendations for improvement.
  
  

Regulatory Monitoring & Compliance Expertise

• Stay up to date with KSA and GCC financial crime regulations, including those issued by SAMA, CMA, CBUAE, QCB, and other relevant regulatory bodies.
• Monitor emerging trends in AML compliance, financial crime, and fraud prevention to ensure clients remain compliant with evolving regulations.
• Assist in developing Mozn’s compliance resources, such as regulatory updates, industry reports, and compliance best practice guides.
  
  

Collaboration & Product Optimization

• Work closely with Mozn’s Product and Engineering teams to enhance the effectiveness of FOCAL’s AML and fraud detection capabilities.
• Collaborate with Customer Success and Solutions Engineering teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and adoption of FOCAL’s compliance solutions.
• Provide training and educational support to internal teams and clients on compliance best practices and regulatory developments.
  
  

Qualifications:

Must-Have Qualifications & Experience:

• 3-7 years of experience in compliance, AML, or financial crime prevention within a regulated entity (e.g., bank, fintech, financial services).
• Strong understanding of KSA/GCC AML and fraud prevention regulations, including requirements for customer due diligence (CDD), transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and risk assessment.
• Experience working in customer onboarding and transaction monitoring, with a deep understanding of fraud typologies and risk-based approaches.
• Background in advising businesses on regulatory compliance, particularly across multiple industries.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to simplify complex compliance topics for clients.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Fintech, Regtech, or AML technology solutions.
• Familiarity with SAMA (Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority), CBUAE (Central Bank of UAE), or other GCC financial regulators' guidelines.
• Experience using transaction monitoring and screening software.
• ACAMS, ICA, or similar compliance certifications are a big plus.
• Fluency in Arabic is an advantage.