Senior Manager, Financial Crime Corporate and Institutional Banking “CIB”, UAE

HSBC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank in the UAE is seeking a Senior Manager for Financial Crime Compliance in Corporate and Institutional Banking. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in risk management, ensuring compliance with AML, Sanctions, and Anti-Bribery regulations. With over 8 years in Financial Crime Compliance and strong leadership skills, you will collaborate closely with senior management and regulators to foster a high-performance culture focused on financial crime risk management.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance Risk Management.
• Strong knowledge of CIB segments, products, and banking procedures.
• Understanding of UAE regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Financial Crime Compliance policies and governance.
• Lead risk assessments and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Train and develop teams on financial crime compliance.

Skills

Financial Crime Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Graduation degree

Job description

Senior Manager, Financial Crime Corporate and Institutional Banking (CIB), UAE

Role Purpose:

The Senior Manager, CIB Financial Crime Compliance in UAE, plays a key risk management role in the second line of defense, focusing on AML, Sanctions, Tax Evasion, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption risks. The role involves working with compliance sub-functions and business stakeholders to oversee and steward the Financial Crime Compliance Risk profile of CIB, ensuring alignment with HSBC Group’s Non-Financial Risk Management Framework. The candidate will support the implementation of strategies, products, and services in UAE to meet compliance requirements and ensure lawful business conduct.

This leadership position offers the opportunity to collaborate with senior management, regulators, and stakeholders to foster a high-performing, inclusive, customer-centric Financial Crime Risk culture.

Responsibilities:

• Fulfill stewardship responsibilities including policy and regulatory management, risk assessments, governance, and oversight.
• Explain policy requirements related to CIB segments and product offerings such as Payments and Trade Services.
• Lead oversight and support risk management practices and risk culture across CIB to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Communicate and support the implementation of financial crime regulations with localized policies and procedures.
• Review and challenge the CIB Financial Crime Risk Profile and control environment, engaging with regulators, senior management, and auditors.
• Identify and manage risks from business model changes impacting financial crime compliance.
• Coordinate with regional teams to ensure compliance in product propositions and strategies.
• Contribute to risk forums, focusing on customer due diligence, product development, and client selection.
• Lead, develop, and train teams to promote a culture of financial crime compliance.
• Work with assurance and audit functions to develop effective compliance plans.
• Maintain a robust control environment and ensure operational and compliance standards are met.
• Promote teamwork and address activities inconsistent with HSBC policies or best practices.

Requirements:

• Graduation degree is REQUIRED for UAE Visa and Work Permit.
• 8-10 years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance Risk Management, covering AML, Sanctions, Tax Evasion, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, and Fraud.
• Strong knowledge of CIB segments, products, and banking procedures.
• Understanding of HSBC’s Non-Financial Risk Management policies.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement across regions.
• Leadership and influencing skills to operate independently within matrix structures.
• People management skills, including talent development and performance management.
• Knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks including the Central Bank, DFSA, and SCA.

For more details and application, visit our careers site. We support flexible working arrangements and are committed to an inclusive, respectful workplace that values professional growth and diversity.