Manager- Risk Consulting- FCC- Amman

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We help the worlds largest financial institutions navigate the intricate regulatory environment to effectively manage and assess capital in support of their ongoing strategies. More than ever financial institutions are investing in enhancing their capital management capabilities to make better business decisions presenting us with the unique opportunity to rally together to solve our clients most complex challenges.

The opportunity

EYs Financial Services Risk Management (FSRM) practice is an advisory unit that provides risk management support to banks insurers and asset managers. Our team includes individuals who have industry client and product knowledge as well as quantitative regulatory project management and technology professionals. We are seeking a manager to join our team with strong technical expertise business insight and proven experience within the Big Four.

Your key responsibilities

At EY youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

In the Risk Management Financial Crime Compliance team you will be expected to provide strategic sourcing services related to regulatory compliance Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) corporate governance enterprise risk management internal controls and internal audit to our clients in financial services (FS) industry. You are also required to assist organizations to maintain effective and efficient controls in order to manage organizational and strategic risks. Also to be able to contribute to our advisory business in FCC where advisory services on FCC target operating models business processes and internal controls follow regulatory requirements without compromising on customer experience that are provided to the client.

Skills and attributes for success

• Excellent understanding of economic or market issues and the ability to interpret their impact on clients.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients on financial crime and compliance matters.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support pipeline development while demonstrating sound commercial judgment.
• Proactively identify and originate new business opportunities across existing and prospective clients including leading and contributing to proposal development and client presentations.
• Lead and manage complex engagements related to regulatory compliance Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) corporate governance risk assessments enterprise risk management internal controls to our clients.
• Utilize data analytics tools and techniques to improve transaction monitoring and sanction screening defenses for the financial services sector and conduct transaction system optimization by using advanced analytical algorithms to identify trends.
• Review work performed by team members to ensure technical quality.
• Manage coach and mentor team members.
• Contribute to team training knowledge sharing and development initiatives.
• Leverage technology to continually learn improve service delivery and maintain our leading-edge best practices.
• Strong presentation skills and proficiency in the use of PowerPoint Word and Excel
• Build an understanding of our solutions share knowledge and be able to draw on subject matter specialists accordingly.
• Self-motivated with lots of energy and drive
• Manage financial aspects of engagements by tracking fees and communicating issues.
• Actively improve operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives and will consistently drive projects to completion determining that the work is of high quality.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Only candidates with Big Four experience will be considered.
• Only Jordanian nationals will be considered for this role.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Financial Crime Compliance (AML/ CFT Sanctions Anti-Bribery & Corruption and Fraud) experience within the Big Four.
• Proven experience managing complex engagements and leading teams.
• Strong understanding of expectations of regulators. Knowledge of other jurisdictions AML regulations and environment and practical experience in the industry.
• Knowledge of the global risk and regulatory environment especially developments in the FCC space.
• Graduate degree in Finance Accounting Law Business preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g. CAMS ICA CFE CPA ACCA) are preferred.
• Demonstrate strong planning execution and reporting skills.
• Analytical skills: specifically the ability to assess and decompose financial services industry processes utilizing a risk and control focus.

• Experience across the MENA region.
• Flexibility to travel across the MENA region.
• Arabic proficiency is a must. Good English communication skills.

• Strong experience in FCC-related technology projects such as payments screening transaction monitoring &/or customer risk rating systems.
• Understanding of financial regulations and laws related to financial crime such as the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator youll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus we offer:

• Continuous learning:Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you:Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership:Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:Youll 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.

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