Manager, KYC & Onboarding - Government (Emiratised Role)

• Manage KYC and Onboarding process for New to Bank Client Onboarding Process along with Periodic & Trigger Reviews in liaison with all stakeholders.
• Ensure all clients are onboarded within the onboarding timelines agreed.
• Verify account opening forms / Swift messages (Banks) have been completed adequately and have been verified.
• Conduct Name screening, due diligence and Adverse Media matches on all associated parties to the entity.
• Liaising with client and relevant stakeholders on key KYC information and data requirements.
• Undertaking independent research via approved public sources.
• Review AML, KYC forms and Sanctions Questionnaires, as applicable.
• Conduct Customer Due Diligence and perform KYC on third party service providers for Corporate and Investment Banking clients.
• Liaising with Approver/Compliance and providing all the required documents/information submitted by the client and highlighting key information about the company which may be instrumental in obtaining their approval depending on the risk rating classification.
• Maintenance of all data in Alpha system.
• Stay abreast with latest developing concepts like new regulations by the UAE Central Bank or legal environment within UAE & international locations & other corporate credit practices.
• To promote appropriate checks and controls within the team to ensure files are processed correctly.
• Adherence to TATs and SLAs.
• Ensure adherence to all internal policies/procedures and external regulatory requirements at all times.

• Develop and manage relationships with CIB stakeholders across business lines and supporting functions.
• Undertake strong support and communication with both internal & external clients to facilitate efficient client onboarding & offboarding.
• Deliver fair outcomes of our customers and ensure own conduct maintains the orderly and transparent operation of financial markets.

• Ensure information for MI related to CIB Onboarding & KYC is prepared and presented on a periodic basis.
• Ensure exceptions are updated in CDD Exception tracker and tracked to resolution.
• Monitor monthly KYC KRI/KPI reports.
• Interact with other stakeholders and help the KYC teams achieve KRIs/KPIs.

• Functions within the framework and boundaries of Group policies as well as overall organisational and governance frameworks.
• Authorised to take decisions as per the approved authorisation matrix.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Management, Banking, or Finance.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a reputable international bank.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience within an Onboarding, KYC or Compliance function.
• Relevant experience (AML/KYC/Compliance related) with understanding of Financial Institutions KYC requirements.
• Familiarity with AML/KYC regulations and industry guidelines, along with client structure and hierarchies, knowledge of Funds, Brokers, Loan Agencies & Correspondent Banks.
• Experienced with operating in a global regulatory environment.
• Strong Microsoft application knowledge.
• Pro-active and business oriented with proven ability to prioritize, manage conflicting demands and ability to assess.

• Preferably with certification in Compliance, KYC/AML/CFT, Financial Crime or Risk Management.

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions.

We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages.

Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.

Life at FAB:

Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization

FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you.

Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.

At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions.

We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.

Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.