Manager Financial Crime Corporate Institutional Banking

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

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking a Compliance Officer in Dubai to support regulatory obligations in Anti Money Laundering and Sanctions. The role involves evaluating risks, implementing policies, and providing guidance across business units. Candidates must have a graduation degree and at least 5 years’ experience in AML compliance. Strong communication and multi-tasking skills are essential. This position fosters a flexible working environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in AML and Sanction Compliance roles.
• Experience in the regulatory environment and local regulations.
• Excellent command of English.

Responsibilities

• Support Compliance and Business Management on AML and Sanctions risk.
• Implement KYC policies and Customer Due Diligence in CIB.
• Evaluate AML, CTF and Sanctions risk arising from customers.

Skills

AML and Sanction Compliance

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Education

Graduation degree

Job description

Overview

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Job Purpose

The job holder supports Senior Management in meeting their regulatory obligations by providing active support in the implementation of Sanctions policy, Anti Money Laundering (AML), and Counter Terrorist Financing (CTF) in compliance with the UAE Central Bank regulations and Group policies and principles and international standards.

The job holder supports the UAE Head of Financial Crime to identify and contain Financial Crime risks and compliance risks, foster a compliance culture in the Bank, optimize relations with Regulators, protect the reputation of the Group, and comply with applicable Group policies and standards and local laws and regulations to help prevent criminal sanctions.

In the execution of financial crime duties, the job holder must independently handle assigned tasks, be able to make decisions within their designated authority, analyze and critically evaluate responses without extensive supervision, and escalate as appropriate.

The person will be responsible for providing Sanctions, AML, and CTF advice and guidance relating to their assigned area of responsibility to the relevant business areas in the UAE Compliance team.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support Compliance and Business Management in meeting HSBC’s regulatory and Group requirements on Anti Money Laundering and Sanctions risk.
• Support the implementation of KYC policies and Customer Due Diligence requirements in Corporate Institutional Banking UAE.
• Provide Compliance support and direction on the onboarding of CIB customers.
• Provide guidance and direction to CIB RMs on the application and implementation of FC Compliance policies and procedures applicable to CIB customers.
• Assist the UAE Head of Financial Crime Compliance in complying with all relevant laws, rules, regulations and Group policies related to Financial Crime (AML/sanctions).
• Approve cash deposits from Compliance perspective as per AML LOBP cash threshold guidelines for CIB.
• Prepare and/or provide input on regulatory filings and correspond with regulatory agencies as agreed with the UAE Head of Financial Crime.
• Provide guidance to business areas on AML and sanctions risk and exposure related to Onshore Corporate banking customer account opening and transactional activity in more complex situations.
• Approve Cash Deposits from Compliance perspective as per AML LOBP cash threshold guidelines.
• Conduct reviews for branches and business areas for AML/CTF/Sanctions compliance. Produce review reports and make recommendations.
• Support the UAE Senior Manager Advisory/UAE Head of Financial Crime on country compliance reviews.
• Balance business opportunities and needs with complex regulatory requirements.
• Balance local regulatory requirements with international standards and Group requirements.
• Evaluate reputational AML, CTF and Sanctions risk arising from customers and transactions.

Experience & Qualifications

• Graduation degree is REQUIRED – to secure a UAE Visa and Work Permit.
• At least 5 years’ experience in AML and Sanction Compliance roles.
• Experience of the full range of commercial banking services and strong subject matter expertise in AML including regulatory environment and local regulations.
• Ability to multi-task across many fields involving potentially complex projects and multiple teams.
• Experience of people management is preferable.
• Proven communication and influencing skills with the ability to communicate in writing at all levels.
• Excellent command of English.

Additional Details

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