Financial Investigation Lead Specialist

Introduction to the Role

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority is seeking a Financial Investigation Lead Specialist to join its dedicated team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is designed for experienced professionals ready to take on critical investigative challenges within a dynamic regulatory environment.

Role Purpose and Scope

As a Lead Specialist, you will operate with a high degree of autonomy, utilizing general and key guidance to address complex financial matters. Your primary focus will be on finding solutions to challenges that require in-depth analysis, often involving issues escalated from less experienced levels, ensuring comprehensive resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting financial investigations in parallel with criminal investigations of cases.
• Hearing statements and accurately reporting legal rights.
• Analyzing reports received from relevant authorities and identifying suspicious activities.
• Tracking and analyzing suspicious financial movements to uncover irregularities.
• Performing other assigned tasks as required to support investigative operations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of professional experience in financial investigations or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to perform work effectively with general guidance, indicating strong independent problem-solving skills.
• Proven capability to analyze, understand, and resolve complex problems, including those escalated from junior colleagues.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to a vital public service within a structured and professional environment.

About the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority plays a crucial role in safeguarding the financial integrity of the Kingdom. Joining our team means contributing to a mission-driven organization dedicated to upholding regulatory standards and combating financial crime.