Head of Compliance - Vice President

What you'll do

• Oversee the identification, assessment, and management of all compliance risks related to the bank's operations in accordance with SAMA regulations and internal policies.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update comprehensive compliance programmes that address legal requirements, regulatory changes, and industry standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities including SAMA; manage regulatory examinations and ensure timely responses to all requests or directives.
• Lead anti money laundering (AML) and counter terrorist financing (CTF) efforts by monitoring transactions, investigating suspicious activities, reporting findings to relevant authorities, and maintaining robust records.
• Draft new policies and procedures from scratch as required; review existing documentation to ensure ongoing alignment with evolving laws and best practices.
• Educate staff at all levels on compliance matters through tailored training programmes that respond dynamically to emerging issues or regulatory updates.
• Prepare detailed reports for senior management and committees on compliance status, risk assessments, violations identified, corrective actions taken, and training outcomes.
• Collaborate with global compliance divisions in Tokyo and London on cross border projects; roll out global initiatives locally while ensuring cultural sensitivity and local relevance.
• Support recruitment, training, performance management, and professional development for direct reports within the compliance function.
• Represent MUFG at external events such as conferences or seminars; build networks with peer institutions to share knowledge on current issues affecting the compliance landscape.