Risk Management - Doha

Doha, Qatar
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

EY's NextWave strategy accounts for the dramatic and fast-paced changes that the world is undergoing, including rapid advances in technology, new client needs, macroeconomic and geopolitical shifts, and people's new expectations of the future of work. These changes create exciting opportunities, but new opportunities also bring new risks. At the same time, increasing regulatory and compliance obligations add pressure on the firm and our client handlers.Within the professional services environment, the management of risk is fundamental to the successful delivery of our client services and promotion of our brand. Our Risk Management team provides a second line of defense support encompassing the technical support and processes which enable and support the delivery of service quality, contain the threat of litigation, limit damage to our reputation and achieve full fee recovery.The opportunityThe role is for an experienced Risk and Compliance Officer to assist the Risk and Compliance Lead in primarily supporting Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman (KQO) cluster. You will be responsible for ensuring that all regulatory areas within the cluster are met and conduct ongoing review and evaluation of the framework in respect to compliance with policies, procedures, laws and regulations in order to minimize exposure to risk.Your key responsibilities

Demonstrate technical knowledge and subject matter expertise in AML, Risk and Compliance to support client-serving teams.
Responsible for regulatory compliance for KQO and assisting other regions across MENA as and when required.
Assisting with the development, implementation and management of the firm's regulatory affairs strategy and compliance framework including compliance policies, procedures, systems, and controls.
Keeping abreast with key regulatory changes and ensuring prompt and proactive communication to business to ensure appropriate policy and framework changes.
Assisting with conducting regular compliance risk assessments, monitoring, and testing.
Assisting with the management of the firm's end-to-end AML/CFT function for KQO i.e., KYC, sanctions screening, suspicious transaction reporting, monitoring, training, risk assessments and reporting.
Assisting with Regulatory and Senior Executive Management Reporting.
Assisting with compliance audits, regulatory inspections and managing effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
Assisting with regular staff training.
Participating in other risk management and compliance projects as required; and
Other duties as assigned.

Skills and attributes for success

Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply conceptual framework to new and unique situations
Excellent business writing, communication and presentation skills
Ability to work in a busy, deadline driven environment and meet unexpected client demands
A high level of confidence in dealing with senior executives and challenging situations

To qualify for the role you must have

Arabic Language (Business communication level proficiency)
5+ years of Risk, Compliance and AML experience
Relevant qualifications in Business, Risk and Compliance

Ideally, you'll also have

Knowledge of Assurance or other regulated activities, and experience of working with regulators would be an asset.
A relevant AML/CFT qualification such as a CAMS qualification would be an added advantage.

What we look forHighly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you'll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.What we offerWe offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.EY | Building a better working worldEY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

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