About the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Compliance Officer – Middle East to join our organization in the precious metals refining sector. This role will be responsible for overseeing and strengthening compliance frameworks across the Middle East region, with a primary focus on the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, while maintaining a direct reporting line to the Swiss headquarters.

Qualifications & Competency Requirements Educational Qualifications:· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Compliance, Risk Management, or related field.· Minimum 5–8 years of experience in compliance.

Professional Certifications:ACAMS, or equivalent certifications in AML/CFT and sanctions compliance. Additional certifications are an advantage.

Experience Requirements:· Minimum 5 years of compliance, AML/CFT, financial crime compliance, or regulatory compliance experience; preferably in precious metals, commodities, or financial/banking services· Familiarity with LBMA Responsible Sourcing Guidance and OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals· Familiarity with regulatory environments in UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia· Proven experience managing cross-border compliance issues and working with headquarters structures

Technical Competencies:The Compliance Officer should demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of:· UAE Anti-Money Laundering (“AML”), Combatting the Financing of Terrorism (“CFT”), and Proliferation Financing (“PF”) regulatory framework;· UAE Ministry of Economy guidance applicable to regulated entities and Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (“DNFBPs”);· UAE sanctions, Targeted Financial Sanctions (“TFS”), and proliferation financing obligations;· Regulatory environments in UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.Competence and hands-on experience with:· customer due diligence (“CDD”) and enhanced due diligence (“EDD”) and ongoing monitoring requirements;· Sanctions screening, adverse media review, and politically exposed persons (“PEP”) controls;· Regulatory expectations relating to governance, internal controls, record keeping, and compliance monitoring;· regulatory reporting obligations

Personal Attributes:Positive working attitude with the ability to work professionally and collaboratively within a regulated environment;· Ability to handle complex compliance, regulatory, and risk-related matters with sound judgment and professionalism;· High level of professionalism, discretion, integrity and confidentiality;· Strong analytical and risk assessment skills;· Ability to identify suspicious or unusual activities and escalate appropriately;· Strong understanding of onboarding, monitoring, and compliance controls;· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills;· Ability to work independently and under pressure in a regulated environment.

• Language Requirements:· Mandatory: English communication skills (written and spoken). Arabic spake