Senior VP, KYC & Onboarding Leader

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) in the UAE seeks a Senior KYC Onboarding Lead with 8–10 years in Regulatory/Financial Crime Compliance. You will guide the team, ensure CDD completeness, and align with UAE Central Bank expectations while collaborating with FCC, RM, and product teams.

The role requires strong leadership, advisory skills, and experience with KYC policies, PMO processes, and risk management. FAB offers a dynamic banking environment and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Management, Banking, Finance with compliance/KYC/AML/CFT/Risk Management certification.
• Minimum 8–10 years in a reputed bank.
• At least 5 years in Regulatory/Financial Crime Compliance.
• Pro-active, business-oriented with strong prioritisation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the KYC Onboarding team and oversee onboarding and periodic reviews.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Central Bank regulations, AML/CTF, PEP and sanctions.
• Provide advisory on policies, regulatory requirements and FCC risks.
• Draft and maintain CDD SOPs, checklists and related forms.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to optimise KYC processes.

Skills

KYC/AML/CFT

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree + compliance certification

Job description

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) in the UAE seeks a Senior KYC Onboarding Lead with 8–10 years in Regulatory/Financial Crime Compliance. You will guide the team, ensure CDD completeness, and align with UAE Central Bank expectations while collaborating with FCC, RM, and product teams.

The role requires strong leadership, advisory skills, and experience with KYC policies, PMO processes, and risk management. FAB offers a dynamic banking environment and growth opportunities.