Join EY's Risk Consulting team as a Senior Consultant and contribute to impactful projects within the financial services sector across the MENA region. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your consulting and technical expertise to enhance sanctions screening and transaction monitoring models, ensuring alignment with global regulatory standards and client operational needs. You will be instrumental in delivering high-quality outputs and fostering authentic client experiences within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team environment.

Engage with clients to validate and refine sanctions screening and transaction monitoring models, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses on model design and performance, including rule-based systems and machine learning algorithms. Execute rigorous model testing, analyze large datasets to identify trends and improvements, and support the enhancement of validation methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate model outputs into business processes and stay updated on evolving regulatory landscapes and advanced validation techniques.

A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Statistics, Economics, or a related quantitative field is essential, with an advanced degree being a significant advantage. Candidates should possess 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in business consulting, alongside proficiency in SQL and Python. Familiarity with database management, data analysis tools, AML/CTF regulations, and screening systems is crucial. Excellent written and spoken English, a globally mobile mindset, and strong analytical and organizational skills are required for success in this client-facing role.