As the implementation phase of Buna, formerly known as the Arab Regional Payment System (ARPS), project picks up momentum, we are looking for a responsible Senior Compliance Officer to join our founding team. Duties of the Senior Compliance Officer include working cross-functionally to lead, develop, execute, monitor, and communicate Buna’s compliance management system. The job holder is also responsible for ensuring that all systems and operations are up-to-date and in line with compliance requirements and industry best practices. This position will report to the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer.
In this context, the following sections detail the main qualifications, skills and responsibilities related to this position:
Job Responsibilities
Compliance Management and Implementation
Qualifications and Skills
Experience & Education
- 5+ years of work experience including audit, operations, or compliance management
- Prior experience in financial industry, payments, and /or banking compliance
- Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university preferably in business, economics, finance, or accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Relevant certifications (e.g. CBCO, CRCM, CAMS, CUERME, CRCP) are preferred
Skills
- Advanced knowledge of AML/CTF regulatory requirements, ccompliance methods, practices, tools and procedures, policy/ process development, compliance management and compliance programs implementation
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with ability to effectively communicate by telephone, face to face, email and written
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Excellent organization and time management skills, and ability to work on own initiative, accurately to tight deadlines, and to prioritize between conflicting demands
- Ability to handle multiple tasks with tight deadlines simultaneously
- Effective team player and excellent relationship building skills with ability to demonstrate a high level of discretion and positive attitude with all internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to maintain the highest level of confidential/sensitive information and professionalism
- Flexibility and readiness to work beyond regular working hours and as required
Languages
- Fluent in English & Arabic
- Knowledge of French is a plus