Manager, Know Your Customer (KYC)

ADNOC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An international energy trading company in Abu Dhabi seeks a Manager, KYC to ensure compliance with AML, ABC, CFT, and Sanctions regulations. The candidate will design and implement KYC policies and manage risk profiling, providing expert guidance on compliance for commodities like Crude Oil and LNG. This role requires over 10 years of experience in compliance and KYC, along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a fast-growing organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in compliance or control environment.
• 10+ years in KYC function, preferably in commodities/energy trading.
• 5+ years in commodity trading is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement KYC policies, procedures, and controls.
• Manage day-to-day KYC processing and ensure adherence to standards.
• Lead Customer Due Diligence and Enhanced Due Diligence for high-risk clients.
• Provide guidance on complex KYC matters and act as escalation point.
• Coordinate audits, investigations, and training programs.

Skills

Compliance management

Due diligence

Risk profiling

KYC policies

Technology solutions for compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Banking, Finance, Compliance, Law

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Advanced screening tools

Job description

About the Job

ADNOC Trading Limited ("AT") is seeking an ambitious and motivated Manager, KYC to join its Treasury & Financing Division in Abu Dhabi.

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing international energy trading company and be part of its long-term success.

ADNOC Trading Limited

Incorporated in the Abu Dhabi Global Market, Abu Dhabi’s international financial centre, AT commenced commercial operations in December 2020 and currently trades crude oil, LNG, sulphur and emissions. It plans to expand the range of products its trades over time as well as extend its geographical expansion by opening offices overseas (Singapore and Geneva are to commence trading operations by end of 2024, Houston will be following in the near future.

Your Role

As Manager, KYC, you will design and implement policies and processes to ensure compliance with AML, ABC, CFT, and Sanctions regulations across ADNOC Trading’s global operations. You’ll lead due diligence, manage risk profiling, and provide expert guidance on complex compliance matters for commodities such as Crude Oil, LNG, Sulphur, Carbon Credits, and Chartering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement KYC policies, procedures, and controls
• Manage day‑to‑day KYC processing and ensure adherence to standards
• Lead Customer Due Diligence and Enhanced Due Diligence for high‑risk clients
• Provide guidance on complex KYC matters and act as escalation point
• Coordinate audits, investigations, and training programs
• Drive technology solutions for KYC compliance in collaboration with IT

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelors in Banking, Finance, Compliance, Law, or related field (master’s preferred)
• Experience:
• 10+ years in compliance or control environment
• 10+ years in KYC function (commodities/energy trading preferred)
• 5+ years in commodity trading
• Knowledge: AML, ABC, CFT, Sanctions rules & regulations; advanced screening techniques and tools