KYC/CDD Manager - Managed Services
KPMG Lower Gulf
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Dubai
Contract type: Full time

Job Purpose
JOB DESCRIPTION
The resource should have compliance background in the field of Financial Crime Compliance, Anti-money Laundering, KYC – CDD adhering to UAE and international compliance related laws and regulations.
He / She will play a critical role in fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability within the Company ensuring a level of professionalism and internal efficiency required to support Managed Services achieve their objectives. Furthermore, providing advise and support to leadership and collaboration as a partner to scale up the business.
Roles, Responsibilities, Duties
FCC – AML / KYC Experience: Experience in KYC, CDD, EDD and all AML related laws, processes, policies and procedures with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Proficient in performing customer / employee / third party due diligences from an AML, Sanctions, PEP, Adverse Media and other FCC risks’ perspective.
Regulatory Monitoring: Deep understanding and staying abreast of changes in relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards locally and internationally. Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on clients, providing guidance on necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
Training and Education: Provide training programs at all levels to enhance awareness and understanding of compliance requirements.
Reporting: Prepare and present regular updates, presentations to internal as well client’s senior management as required.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure comprehensive compliance management.
Business Development and Solution building: Assist in building the solution by market research and collaborations with other teams. Excellent in preparing proposals to address the clients’ requirements.
Managerial skills: Require strong managerial skills to effectively lead projects and manage the team along with clients. Key responsibilities include planning, organizing, and coordinating resources, managing projects to successful completion, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improvements and recommend changes to enhance the overall business. Sound judgment and decision-making skills, particularly in high-pressure situations. Ability to make informed decisions that align with regulatory requirements and organizational goals.
Strategic Thinking: Capability to align compliance projects’ strategies with the organization's overall strategic objectives. Vision for anticipating and addressing future challenges.
Education & Qualification
Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Accounting and Finance or Law is a minimum requirement. Preferable candidates with specialized degrees, such as a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or certifications like ACAMS or CFE.
Master's Degree (Optional): Having a master's degree, such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on compliance, business law, or a related field can be advantageous.
Experience & Skills
Functional experience: 10+ years of relevant experience
Preference: Big 4 / Big Consulting firm background
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to convey complex compliance concepts in a clear and understandable manner to diverse audiences.
Ability to have effective collaboration with cross- functional teams and external stakeholders.
MS Office skills: Excellent at MS office skills to be solely responsible for taking in-charge of proposals, other senior management presentations.
Location:KPMG LG One Central, Dubai office
JOB DESCRIPTION
The resource should have compliance background in the field of Financial Crime Compliance, Anti-money Laundering, KYC – CDD adhering to UAE and international compliance related laws and regulations.
He / She will play a critical role in fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability within the Company ensuring a level of professionalism and internal efficiency required to support Managed Services achieve their objectives. Furthermore, providing advise and support to leadership and collaboration as a partner to scale up the business.
Roles, Responsibilities, Duties
FCC – AML / KYC Experience: Experience in KYC, CDD, EDD and all AML related laws, processes, policies and procedures with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Proficient in performing customer / employee / third party due diligences from an AML, Sanctions, PEP, Adverse Media and other FCC risks’ perspective.
Regulatory Monitoring: Deep understanding and staying abreast of changes in relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards locally and internationally. Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on clients, providing guidance on necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
Training and Education: Provide training programs at all levels to enhance awareness and understanding of compliance requirements.
Reporting: Prepare and present regular updates, presentations to internal as well client’s senior management as required.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure comprehensive compliance management.
Business Development and Solution building: Assist in building the solution by market research and collaborations with other teams. Excellent in preparing proposals to address the clients’ requirements.
Managerial skills: Require strong managerial skills to effectively lead projects and manage the team along with clients. Key responsibilities include planning, organizing, and coordinating resources, managing projects to successful completion, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improvements and recommend changes to enhance the overall business. Sound judgment and decision-making skills, particularly in high-pressure situations. Ability to make informed decisions that align with regulatory requirements and organizational goals.
Strategic Thinking: Capability to align compliance projects’ strategies with the organization's overall strategic objectives. Vision for anticipating and addressing future challenges.
Education & Qualification
Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Accounting and Finance or Law is a minimum requirement. Preferable candidates with specialized degrees, such as a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or certifications like ACAMS or CFE.
Master's Degree (Optional): Having a master's degree, such as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on compliance, business law, or a related field can be advantageous.
Experience & Skills
Functional experience: 10+ years of relevant experience
Preference: Big 4 / Big Consulting firm background
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to convey complex compliance concepts in a clear and understandable manner to diverse audiences.
Ability to have effective collaboration with cross- functional teams and external stakeholders.
MS Office skills: Excellent at MS office skills to be solely responsible for taking in-charge of proposals, other senior management presentations.
Location:KPMG LG One Central, Dubai office
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