Analyst - KYC & Onboarding - Personal Banking (Emiratized role)

Company DescriptionJoin the UAE’s largest bank and one of the world’s largest and safest financial institutions. Our focus is to create value for our employees, customers, shareholders and communities to grow through differentiation, agility and innovation. We are looking for top talent and your success is our success. Accelerate your growth as you help us reach our goals and advance your career. Be ready to make your mark a top company, in an exciting & dynamic industry.Job DescriptionPerform duties as required in the relevant bank policies and KYC department SOPs covering KYC review process.The candidate will perform independent reviews and approve KYC files at the time of client on‑boarding, trigger base & KYC periodic reviews.The candidate will ensure that the KYC files are complete in terms of required KYC information/documentation in accordance with the bank’s policies/procedures and local regulatory expectations of the UAE Central Bank, ensuring AML/CTF/Sanctions risks associated with the clients are appropriately identified, assessed and mitigated before a decision is taken to onboard or retain bank clients and that Group CDD standards are adhered to and enforced.Review/Assess/approve all cases where applicable.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESHandle the day‑to‑day KYC maker activity of reviewing KYC files and performing all required checks and controls to ensure completeness and readiness of the file for final review and approval.Conduct end‑to‑end KYC Due Diligence for new to bank onboarding, trigger events or periodic reviewsVerify account opening forms have been completed adequately and have been verifiedConduct & review name screening, due diligence and adverse media matches where applicableReview AML and sanctions questionnaires, if applicableConduct & review the appropriateness and completion of the Customer Risk Assessment where applicableEnsure appropriate checks and controls within the team to ensure files are processed correctlyManage the book of work to ensure all high‑risk entity files are completed timelyEscalate name screening hits to appropriate advisory teams within compliance and fraudEnsure compliance with UAE Central Bank regulations and FAB bank policies/procedures related to CDD, AML/CTF, PEP & sanctionsEnsure CDD information/documentation is complete in line with bank policies/procedures and local regulatory requirementsFollow GCDD, departmental SOPs & relevant checklists & process notesEnsure adherence to all internal policies/procedures and external regulatory requirements at all timesOn need basis support AVP, VP KYC & onboarding to discuss process‑related issues/challenges and take necessary action where applicableSupport the unit in appropriate need‑basis trainings to offshore team and business segments where appropriatePrioritize – maintain discipline in partnership with the local business; communicate consistency to internal and external stakeholders so that KYC cases are accepted through approved channels and expectations are managed appropriatelyFollow defined RCSA and identify KRIs where applicablePerform independent analysis, review and approve cases where applicablePerform independent end‑to‑end review/analysis and approval for all GPB cases onboarding, TB and PRRelationship ManagementDevelop and manage positive working relationships with all stakeholders across business lines and supporting functionsSupport line manager and other teams within Risk & Controls through providing timely assistance and solutions on a need basisResolve conflicts and provide effective solutions to stakeholdersCoordinate efficiently with key stakeholders to get the job done in a timely mannerMI ReportingEnsure all departmental trackers are timely maintainedPreparation of KYC reviews/process‑related presentations and dashboards on an ad‑hoc basisInteract with stakeholders and help the KYC teams achieve KPI’sGenericManage adhoc & administrative activities as deemed appropriate and assigned by line managersDevelop and manage positive working relationships with all stakeholders across business lines and supporting functions including HO KYC and business (RMs)Support line manager and other teams within Risk & Controls through providing timely assistance and solutions on a need basisResolve conflicts and provide effective solutions to stakeholdersCoordinate efficiently with key stakeholders to get the job done in a timely mannerQualificationsMinimum QualificationBachelor’s degree or higher in Management, Banking, Finance, preferably with certification in Compliance, KYC/AML/CFT, Financial Crime or Risk ManagementMinimum ExperienceMinimum of 1‑2 years of experience in a reputed bankAt least 1 year technical experience across various aspects of regulatory and financial crime compliance (e.g. local and international requirements, FATCA, CRS, GDPR, AML, KYC,etc.)Internal audit experience and compliance assurance background would be considered an assetPro‑active and business‑oriented with proven ability to prior