Specialist- TBML Transaction Monitoring (Emiratized Role)

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank is seeking a TBML alert monitoring specialist responsible for investigating alerts and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations related to trade finance. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in compliance within the banking sector, strong communication skills, and a focus on detail and integrity. Responsibilities include preparing management reports, conducting investigations, and maintaining effective relationships with related divisions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Compliance and Trade Finance.
• Excellent understanding of regional laws and international regulations.
• Strong verbal and written skills in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Perform investigations on TBML alerts and file internal STRs.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for senior management.
• Assist in compliance advice and framework implementation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

People management

Attention to detail

Bilingual (English and Arabic)

Education

Graduate in Commerce/Financial Services/Banking & Finance

Certification in ACAMs/ICA

Job description

This role is for an external resource (SOW) primarily responsible to undertake specialised in TBML alert monitoring or assignments related to Trade Finance / Trade Based Money Laundering (TBML) project.

Key Accountabilities :

Tasks :

• Support the AVP – TBML Transaction Monitoring as follows :
• Perform investigations on alerts generated in TBML monitoring system and identify the need to file internal Suspicious Transactions Reports (STRs)
• Review the TBML workflow (from Business to FCC and vice-versa)
• Conduct review / investigations on various red flags on trade finance Products (LC, LG, Documentary collection etc.,).
• Review all the reports / dashboard generated from the TBML system and document results for resolution / customization (if any)
• Report / Escalate any high-risk issues identified as part of investigation to senior management.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of the framework and plan for TBML to properly address the Compliance needs and requirements in line with laws, rules and regulations that best meets the needs of Group FAB TBML Policy and Procedures.
• Maintain and build effective relationships with the related divisions so that effective escalation of issues is achieved, and risk managed.
• Assist the AVP – TBML TM in providing timely and accurate Compliance advice on any TBML monitoring matters raised by the business functions on day-to-day operations.
• Keep abreast of related rules, regulations and best practices pertaining to TBML, assess its impact on FAB and update the AVP – TBML accordingly.
• Provide Timely response for queries raised during investigation.
• Execute other duties as directed by the AVP.
• Participate in the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes, tuning and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction.

Reporting

• Prepare daily / weekly / monthly MI – dashboard for senior management reporting.

Qualifications

• Graduate (Preferably in Commerce / Financial Services / Banking & Finance etc.)
• Certification in ACAMs / ICA is preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Compliance, Trade Finance.
• Excellent understanding of regional laws and applicable international regulations
• Excellent Knowledge of the AML / CTF applied on different business banking functions.
• Strong interpersonal, people management and facilitation skills
• Team player, able to meet tight deadlines and manage challenging workload.
• Preferable bilingual, Fluent in English and Arabic with strong written and verbal skills
• Focused on driving tasks to completion with pace, whilst retaining a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Discrete and has sense for integrity and handles highly sensitive information with absolute confidentiality.