Assistant Compliance Manager

منذ 2 أيام

dubai, الإمارات العربية المتحدة Mashreq دوام كامل
  • Interpret domestic and international sanctions (UAE, US, UK, EU, UN etc.) and maintain sufficient awareness and knowledge of Sanctions that impact the bank and/or its branches or subsidiaries.
  • Conduct investigation of complex and high-risk Sanctions alerts as per the regulatory requirements and in accordance with internal Compliance policies and procedures.
  • Ensure full adherence to Group Sanctions Policy, including but not limited to related Sanctions Guidance and operating procedures.
  • Support senior Compliance Manager in identifying Sanctions risk themes and trends and improve sanctions risk management capability.
  • Provide subject matter expertise to mitigate risks associated with Sanctioned entities and transactions.
  • Provide training to Compliance staff on Sanctions regulations and screening systems.
  • Review and disposition of Sanctions screening alerts through effective investigation and adherence to policies, standards and procedures.
  • Highlight concerns, trends and patterns to Compliance Manager.
  • Coordinate with the business units in relation to resolution of alerts and client information.
  • Handle Sanctions referrals as per the Bank's policy, ensuring no breach of the applicable sanctions policies, standards and guidance.
  • Assist Compliance Manager in their responsibility for complying with all relevant Laws, Rules, Regulations and Group policies related to Sanctions.
  • Provide guidance, support and training to Compliance Operations alert review team and business colleagues on implementation of sanctions policies and procedures.
  • Provide effective support and maintain metrics as per internal procedures; prepare monthly and adhoc management reports.
  • Identify and elevate areas requiring attention or strengthening and recommend changes and improvements in line with industry standards and applicable regulations.
  • Record keeping. All records of the unit must be kept in a confidential and secure state and adhere to record retention policy and the SOP guidelines.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with Business, Operations and other Compliance functions.
  • Assist in Compliance projects as and when required including effective deployment of system and procedural changes as required.
  • Effective knowledge of the Bank's Compliance, Sanctions, AML and KYC / CDD policies and procedures.
  • Adequate understanding of various sanction programs, e.g., OFAC, UN, UK, EU, UAE Target Financial Sanctions etc.
  • Experience within the financial services industry.
  • Clear understanding of relevant business and operations processes that support sanctions screening.
  • Good understanding of core banking and Sanctions screening systems and their use.
  • Pro-active approach to problem solving and handling of the complex situations.
  • Analytical thinking, Attention to details and educative judgment.
  • 4+ years banking experience including 2 years compliance experience.
  • Compliance risk professional with experience in one or more risk compliance roles including relevant Sanctions experience.
  • Knowledge of Sanctions regulations and guidance.
  • Lateral thinker with an ability to interpret and solve complex issues.
  • Excellent communicator with strong inter-personal and influencing skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
  • Professional qualification (like ACAMS, CGSS) is desirable.