MONEY LAUNDERING OFFICER - BANCABC

As part of Atlas Mara’s growth strategy, the BancABC is looking for self-motivated individuals with outstanding integrity, a good track record of performance, excellent oral and written communication as well as strong interpersonal skills with suitable competencies to take up the following opportunity:

Money Laundering Officer

The aspirant will assist the Head of Compliance in creating a culture of Compliance within the Bank, with a specific focus on Anti Money Laundering & Counter Terrorism Financing (AML/CFT). Proactively and constructively assist the bank in discharging its responsibilities and to comply with all relevant AML/CFT legislation.

Requirements

Main focus Areas

• Lead the implementation of the Compliance Policy and Framework
• Conduct business reviews and, in situations of non-Compliance, manage the escalation process (as per policy)
• Design and oversee the implementation of regular communications to the in-country team to communicate identified regulatory developments
• Provide advice to business on AML/CFT matters and implementation of controls, including control effectiveness and adequacy assessments
• Provide oversight and sign-off of customer awareness and staff AML/CFT Compliance training plans
• Develop and conduct annual systems review in terms of integration with other banking systems and output of AML/CFT systems

Required knowledge and experience
The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Law, Auditing, Accounting or business related Post Graduate Diploma in Compliance Management or similar qualifcation highly preferable. A minimum of 3 years Compliance management experience in a financial services environment, with specific focus on Anti-Money laundering, Counter Terrorism Financing Anti-bribery and Corruption, Fraud and data privacy is a requirement. Preferably an ACAMS qualification or Post Graduate Diploma in Compliance Management or similar qualification. Experience working with FATCA regulations and requirements preferable.

Benefits

BancABC provides a competitive package and will offer the successful candidates a salary commensurate with the person’s qualifications and experience.

Closing date and application instructions

If you believe you are the right candidate for any of the above positions, please send your application letter, detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic certificates, Omang, names and contact details of three referees to careers.abcbw@bancabc.com not later than 24th November 2015. Hand delivered applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted by 4th December 2015.