AVP – Assistant Manager, Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pakistan.

📋 Description

• Assist the Compliance Management team with daily KYC and name screening referrals.

• Ensure adherence to the Bank’s KYC Standards and regulatory obligations.

• Evaluate high-risk KYC cases within the defined SLA turnaround time.

• Collaborate with the Compliance Assurance Unit and Internal Audit for RCSA testing and internal audit activities.

• Resolve significant errors identified during assurance and audit processes.

• Stay updated on UAE regulations, bank compliance policies, standards, and legal/regulatory changes.

• Offer technical support, coaching, and quality assurance oversight to Compliance Officers and Analysts.

• Assess complex cases and determine areas for skill enhancement.

• Assist in business scrums by providing compliant solutions and identifying areas of inefficiency.

• Serve as the designated backup for the Squad Lead during their absence.

• Facilitate case allocation, manage escalations, engage stakeholders, and ensure SLA compliance.

• Prepare and present management reports and management information systems (MIS).

• Aid in operational risk initiatives, including reviewing the Operational Risk Register, RCSA, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery Planning.

• Act as the LEAN Champion and lead regular huddle meetings.

• Review and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) along with compliance policies and standards.

• Foster relationships with business and operations stakeholders.

• Coordinate responses to compliance inquiries and investigations from the UAE Central Bank, Head Office, and other regulatory bodies.

• Represent CIBG Compliance in various ad hoc projects.

• Contribute to the development of compliance systems, policies, standards, and procedures.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 5-10 years of experience in corporate banking compliance.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of local regulatory rules and legislation.

• Familiarity with international requirements applicable to corporate and investment banking, including FATCA/CRS compliance obligations.

• Proficient in computer usage.

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

• Strong presentation abilities.

• Efficient, logical, and risk-based approach to problem-solving.

• Capable of making informed decisions.

• Knowledge of banking laws and practices, as well as bank policies, procedures, and systems.

• Understanding of multi-jurisdictional regulatory frameworks.

• Strong analytical thinking skills and sound judgment regarding regulations and their application.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Supportive work environment fostering teamwork and collaboration.