Conducting Comprehensive Due Diligence as a Senior Risk Management Specialist

5 days ago


Manama, Manama, Bahrain Non-disclosed Full time
Job Description

As the Head of Customer Due Diligence and Screening Unit, you will be responsible for overseeing the efficient and accurate implementation of Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Screening procedures across all business lines. This involves developing and refining procedures and workflows for CDD and screening processes, including extended and simplified CDD.

Your key responsibilities will include handling onboarding and periodic CDD reviews in accordance with agreed procedures, maintaining proper records for easy retrieval when needed, and developing training programs for the CDD Unit and sales teams within operations.

Key Requirements:
  • Relevant professional qualification (e.g. ACAMS – Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists, ICA Diploma-International Compliance Association)
  • Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in sales, customer onboarding, or compliance in the banking or payments industry within the GCC
  • Strong knowledge of AML/CFT and sanctions regulatory requirements
  • Strong knowledge of CDD/KYC account opening and periodic review procedures in regulated financial services
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Rigorous, disciplined approach ensuring procedures are effective and followed
  • Strong communication skills, ensuring requirements are understood and followed by the sales teams


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