Manager - Governance & Reporting - Corporate Banking Job Vacancy in UAE Dubai
Are you an experienced banking professional with a strong background in governance, compliance, and risk management? As a **Manager - Governance & Reporting** in Corporate Banking at EI, you will play a critical role in ensuring the alignment of governance and reporting activities with regulatory, AML, and compliance requirements. This position requires a proactive approach to risk assessment, reporting, and advisory support to corporate banking units and financial institutions.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Banking & Financial Services
Job Function: Governance, Risk & Compliance
Salary: Negotiable
Gender: Any
Key Responsibilities:
- Generate and analyze reports from Cognos, RM Workbench, and BI for governance and risk assessment
- Develop a deep understanding of KYC/CDD policies and operational procedures for Corporate, Financial Institutions, and Syndications
- Assess and manage risk profiles of Corporate and Institutional clients from AML, sanctions, and regulatory perspectives
- Approve high-risk clients after reviewing requests from Corporate Banking, FI, and Syndications in line with AML and compliance policies
- Provide advisory support to business units on AML, sanctions, and regulatory policies, ensuring risk-based approach awareness
- Collaborate with Internal Audit teams to address audit-related findings and implement necessary risk mitigations
- Conduct risk-based monitoring and surveillance to ensure compliance breaches are identified, reported, and resolved promptly
- Handle day-to-day compliance and AML/CDD-related issues while ensuring adherence to UAE Central Bank regulations
- Implement local compliance policies and procedures to mitigate regulatory risks, including OFAC and sanctions compliance
- Facilitate periodic reviews and perform quality assurance on remediation activities to ensure adherence to high-risk classification standards
- Identify gaps in existing policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance, providing recommendations for enhancements
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Banking, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of banking experience, with at least 3 years in onboarding, governance, or compliance roles
- Strong knowledge of AML, CDD, sanctions regulations, and risk-based compliance frameworks
- Expertise in Know Your Customer (KYC) policies, beneficial ownership structures, and corporate entity classifications
- Experience in governance, risk, and control assessment with knowledge of local banking regulations
- ACAMS certification is an added advantage
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
What We Offer:
- A leadership role in a governance and compliance-driven banking environment
- Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities in the financial sector
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on regulatory excellence
- Exposure to cutting-edge banking governance and compliance frameworks
About the Company:
EI is a leading financial institution committed to upholding the highest standards in governance, risk management, and compliance. With a strong focus on regulatory alignment and strategic business growth, EI provides innovative banking solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of corporate and institutional clients.
If you have a passion for compliance, governance, and risk management, apply today to be part of a forward-thinking financial organization.