Unit Head Correspondent Banking & Sanction Advisory

Meezan Bank; Pakistan; On-site; PKR 350,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Pakistan is seeking a Unit Head for Correspondent Banking & Sanction Advisory. The ideal candidate will have an MBA/MA/MSc/CA/ACCA and 3-5 years of managerial experience in compliance. Responsibilities include reviewing correspondent relationships and performing sanctions advisory. This position is based in Karachi with a deadline for applications by September 28th, 2025.

Qualifications

• MBA/MA/MSc/CA/ACCA from an HEC-recognized institute/university. Qualification in Islamic Finance preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience at a managerial level in compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review new/existing correspondent relationships.
• Perform Sanctions Advisory on trade queries.
• Handle Financial Institutions RFIs and Questionnaires.
• Coordinate with branches/departments and Correspondent Banks.
• Keep up to date with sanction developments globally.

Skills

Expert knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF laws

Correspondent Banking

Sanctions Advisory

Trade Finance

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Planning skills

Education

MBA/MA/MSc/CA/ACCA from an HEC-recognized institute/university

Job description

Unit Head Correspondent Banking & Sanction Advisory

Eligibility

Qualification:

• MBA/MA/MSc/CA/ACCA from an HEC-recognized institute/university (preferably holds AML professional qualifications/certifications). Qualification in Islamic Finance will be preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience at a managerial level in compliance.

Skills Required:

• Expert knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF laws, Correspondent Banking, Sanctions Advisory, Trade Finance and the regulatory framework.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, project management and planning skills.

Responsibilities:

• Reviewing new/existing correspondent relationships (RMAs, Nostros, Vostros & Tie-ups).
• Performing Sanctions Advisory on trade queries.
• Handling Financial Institutions RFIs and Questionnaires.
• Coordinating with the branches/departments and Local & International Correspondent Banks to timely respond their queries.
• Keeping up to date with the sanction’s development globally and its impact on correspondent relationships.

Department:

Compliance Department

Location:

Karachi

Last Date:

September 28th, 2025