Overview

Assistant Manager Compliance Jobs in Dubai, UAE/Dubai at Mashreq

Seeking Emiratis/ Nationals only

Job Purpose :

  • Interpret domestic and international sanctions and maintain sufficient awareness and knowledge of Sanctions that impact the bank and/or its branches or subsidiaries.
  • Conduct investigation of complex and high‑risk Sanctions alerts as per the regulatory requirements and in accordance with internal Compliance policies and procedures.
  • Ensure full adherence to Group Sanctions Policy, including but not limited to related Sanctions Guidance and operating procedures.
  • Support Compliance Manager in identifying Sanctions risk themes and trends and improve sanctions risk management capability.
  • Review and disposition of Sanctions screening alerts through effective investigation and adherence to policies, standards and procedures. Highlight concerns, trends and patterns to Compliance Manager.
  • Coordinate with the business units in relation to resolution of alerts and client information.
  • Handle Sanctions referrals as per the Bank’s policy, ensuring no breach of the applicable sanctions policies, standards and guidance.
  • Assist Compliance Manager in their responsibility for complying with all relevant Laws, Rules, Regulations and Group policies related to Sanctions.
  • Provide guidance, support and training to Compliance Operations alert review team and business colleagues on implementation of sanctions policies and procedures.
  • Provide effective support and maintain metrics as per internal procedures; prepare monthly and ad hoc management reports.
  • Identify and highlight areas requiring attention or strengthening and recommend changes and improvements in line with industry standards and applicable regulations.
  • Record keeping
  • a. All records of the unit must be kept in a confidential and secure state
  • b. Adhere to record retention policy and the SOP guidelines
  • Maintain effective working relationships with Business, Operations and other Compliance functions.
  • Assist in Compliance projects as and when required including effective deployment of system and procedural changes as required.
  • Effective knowledge of the Bank’s Compliance, Sanctions, AML and KYC / CDD policies and procedures.
  • Adequate understanding of various sanction programs, e.g., OFAC, UN, UK, EU, Target Financial Sanctions etc.
  • Clear understanding of relevant business and operations processes that support sanctions screening.
  • Good understanding of core banking and Sanctions screening systems and their interaction / use.

Knowledge,

Skills and Experience:

  • 4 + years banking experience including 2 years compliance experience.
  • Compliance risk professional with experience in one or more risk compliance roles including relevant Sanctions experience.
  • Knowledge of Sanctions regulations and guidance.
  • Lateral thinker with an ability to interpret and solve complex issues.
  • Excellent communicator with strong inter‑personal and influencing skills.
  • Ability to adapt to change and provide inputs where necessary.
  • Effective team player with ability to work collaboratively.
  • Professional qualification (like CAMS, CGSS) is desirable.

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Title: Assistant Manager Compliance

Company: Mashreq

Location: Dubai, UAE/Dubai

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