Assistant Manager - Conduct Risk Compliance

RAKBANK; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

RAKBANK is seeking an Assistant Manager - Conduct Risk Compliance to lead compliance projects and execute conduct compliance procedures. The role involves designing ethical policies, overseeing compliance, and preparing reports to support decision-making. Candidates should have an advanced degree, relevant certifications, and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in banking or financial services.

Benefits

Performance-linked compensation

Diverse and inclusive culture

Career growth opportunities

Work with top professionals

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in banking or financial services focusing on compliance.
• Big 4 experience is a plus.
• Experience in risk and control assessment.

Responsibilities

• Design and enforce ethical policies and frameworks.
• Oversee conduct compliance and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Prepare presentations and reports for compliance oversight.

Skills

Data-driven mindset

Strong communication skills

Project management skills

Collaboration and influence

Education

Advanced degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Compliance certifications (e.g., CRCM, CIA, CFE)

Job description

RAKBANK, also known as the National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah, is a Public Joint Stock Company based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It was founded in 1976 and is one of the oldest banks in the UAE. The Bank operates within retail and corporate banking, offering a range of services including personal and business banking, credit cards, loans, investment services, and wealth management.

As an Assistant Manager - Conduct Risk Compliance, your role is to execute conduct compliance related procedures and lead compliance projects in accordance with department standards, methodology, budgets, and deadlines, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and wrap-up activities.

Join us in co-creating the future of RAKBANK!

Job Description

1. Design and enforce ethical policies, frameworks, and declarations in line with organizational requirements.
2. Oversee CPF and conduct compliance from a second-line defense perspective, ensuring regulatory adherence.
3. Act as a key point of contact for reporting unethical practices, regulatory violations, and misconduct within the bank.
4. Prepare insightful presentations and MIS reports to support compliance oversight and decision-making.
5. Assess disclosure and customer-facing documents, providing feedback to the Head of Conduct Compliance.
6. Support review of new or updated products, services, and channels for regulatory compliance.
7. Maintain confidentiality and safeguard whistleblowers from retaliation, ensuring their anonymity and security.
8. Maintain records and documentation related to ethical policies and reported concerns.
9. Collaborate with Risk and Compliance teams to escalate and address issues.
10. Assist in investigations, engaging with stakeholders.
11. Stay informed on whistleblower laws and regulatory changes to ensure compliance.
12. Manage multiple priorities using strong project management skills.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Relevant compliance certifications preferred (e.g., CRCM, CIA, CFE).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in banking or financial services focusing on compliance and conduct/consumer protection.
• Big 4 experience is a plus.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in data assessment and presentation.
• Experience in risk and control assessment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and influence across teams.

Additional Information

What’s In It for You

• Performance-linked compensation.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Work with top professionals.
• Bring your whole self to work and excel.