About the Role
We are currently seeking an ambitious UAE National to join our International Wealth and Premier Banking (IWPB) team in Al Ain as a Manager, KYC. This role plays a critical part in the overall customer portfolio reviews driven by Global Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Sanctions requirements, along with local regulations.
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Responsibilities
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on AML & Sanctions policies and understand the CDD process.
- Provide support and guidance to team members on Financial Crime Risk Management activities including Know Your Customer (KYC), CDD, AML, and Sanctions.
- Ensure that critical issues are identified and escalated to Senior management.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure all deliverables are achieved smoothly and on time.
- Provide accurate and timely project updates and management information regularly to management and key stakeholders.
- Ensure tasks adhere to regulatory requirements, local and Group policies, and standards to minimize risks to the Group.
- Conduct thorough due diligence and additional reviews to achieve logical conclusions promptly.
- Communicate effectively on complex queries with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Compliance teams, or Relationship Managers.
- Liaise with Team Heads and Branch Money Laundering Compliance Managers (BMLCM) on case matters for consistent skills and knowledge handling.
- Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and process improvements.
- Conduct relevant training for new hires and existing staff periodically, maintaining a training log.
- Support management in ongoing risk monitoring control activities and ad-hoc projects.
- Execute tasks promptly with a strong focus on results while managing multiple priorities.
- Handle crisis situations decisively and in a timely manner.
Requirements
- Experience in banking in AML/KYC, including client portfolio reviews across various retail client segments.
- Knowledge and experience of KYC/AML regulations.
- Certification in AML/CFT would be an advantage.
- Ability to quickly learn new policies, procedures, and jurisdiction-specific guidance.
- Competence in implementing risk management policies and procedures.
- Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands and assess stakeholder needs to improve customer experience.
- Resilience under pressure while delivering best-in-class solutions.
- Strong accuracy under pressure.
- Graduation degree is mandatory to secure a UAE Visa and/or Work Permit.
Benefits
You’ll achieve more at this organization, which is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued and respected. The workplace fosters continuous professional development, flexible working, and opportunities for growth within an inclusive and diverse environment.
