Compliance Officer

Job description

Request for Employment - Compliance Officer We are looking for a candidate with: • At least professional experience in operations within the investment management, brokerage, or asset management sector • At least experience in a leadership role in operations or Middle Office • Strong knowledge of the trade execution cycle, settlements, reconciliations, custody, and client asset protection requirements • Advanced understanding of investment operations and Middle/Back Office functions, with strong capabilities in process management, problem solving, and team leadership • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related specialty, Relevant professional certifications are an added advantage • Previous experience with an organization subject to the supervision of the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) or similar regulatory body is preferred. Depending on the scope of powers and responsibilities, the position may require obtaining Approved Person status with the Central Bank of Bahrain and meeting relevant suitability and competency requirements Location: Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain Work type: Full-time For those interested whose experience matches the requirements of the role, you are welcome to share your CV via: Employment Request - Head of Operations Compliance Officer and Reporting Officer Money Laundering (MLRO) - Manama An investment company in the Kingdom of Bahrain is looking for a Compliance Officer and a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (Compliance Officer & MLRO) with advanced experience in regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering and terrorist financing, to lead the compliance system and ensure that the company’s actions comply with relevant regulatory requirements. The role includes developing and supervising the compliance and anti-money laundering and financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) framework, assessing compliance risks, and following up Customer due diligence procedures, monitoring sanctions and persons in public positions (PEPs), and dealing with suspicious transaction reports, as well as acting as the main point of contact with the CBB and providing independent advice to executive management and the Board • Minimum professional experience in compliance, anti-money laundering and financing of terrorism (AML/CFT), or supervisory roles within the financial services or investment sector • Previous experience as a Compliance Officer and/or MLRO with a CBB-licensed or similarly regulated financial institution is an important advantage • Strong knowledge of CBB Rulebook Volume 4, Module FC and international AML/CFT standards, including FATF recommendations • Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline • Professional certifications such as ICA, CAMS, CCO or equivalent are an added advantage The position requires holding CBB Approved Person status for both Compliance Officer and MLRO positions, meeting the Central Bank of Bahrain’s suitability and competency requirements, as well as residency in the Kingdom of Bahrain An investment firm is looking to The Kingdom of Bahrain is looking for an Investment Manager with strong experience in portfolio and investment management, to join its team and contribute to managing clients’ strategies and portfolios according to investment objectives and specific risk levels. The role includes managing and building investment portfolios, analyzing opportunities and markets, following up on performance and risks, and preparing investment recommendations and reports, in addition to participating in developing strategies, investment decisions and communication. With clients • Minimum professional experience in portfolio management, investment analysis, or asset management • Proven professional track record in managing client portfolios or funds within a controlled financial environment • Strong knowledge of regional and global financial markets, investment products, and construction and distribution of investment portfolios • Strong capabilities in financial and quantitative analysis and risk management • Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field • Professional certifications such as CFA or CAIA are an added advantage, and previous experience with an investment institution licensed by the Central Bank of Bahrain or a similar regulatory body is preferred. The position requires, subject to scope of responsibilities and authorities, meeting relevant suitability and competency requirements

Requirements

• Minimum experience in a leadership role in operations or Middle Office
• Strong knowledge of trade execution cycle, settlements, reconciliations, custody, and client asset protection requirements

Skills