Deutsche Bank MENA
CB IB Operations - KYC Ops (MEA) - Risk & Control Lead and Cluster Lead - Vice President
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 15 - 20 yrs
- Urgent
Job expiry date: 16/10/2025
Job overview
Date posted
01/09/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 100,000+ per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package + relocation
Experience
15 - 20 yrs
Seniority
VP/Executive
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
16/10/2025
Job description
Deutsche Bank seeks a seasoned VP to lead the KYC Operations Risk & Control function for the MEA region and serve as Cluster Lead for Turkey and South Africa. This high-impact role oversees client onboarding, due diligence, regulatory compliance, and operational risk management. The successful candidate will manage production KPIs, ensure control adherence, lead issue remediation efforts, and drive continuous improvement across cross-border operations.
Required skills
KYC Operations
Risk and Control Frameworks
Client Lifecycle Management
Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
Regulatory Compliance
People Management
Internal Audit Coordination
Stakeholder Engagement
Microsoft Office
KYC/Screening Tools
Key responsibilities
- Oversee KYC Ops for Turkey and South Africa, including onboarding, reviews, CAM, and regulatory compliance
- Ensure risk controls, policies, and governance frameworks are adhered to across the region
- Identify, document, and remediate operational risks and incidents
- Support regulatory reviews, audits, and findings remediation
- Lead and mentor a multi-country operations team
- Manage recruitment, performance management, and talent development
- Promote a strong risk and control culture in the MEA region
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Compliance, AFC, ORM, etc.) to align strategies
- Deliver on KRIs and escalate risks where necessary
Experience & skills
- 15+ years’ experience in Banking/Finance, with 5+ years in a KYC/Client Due Diligence leadership role
- Strong exposure to MEA financial services operations and regulatory landscape
- Proficiency in risk assessment and control remediation processes
- Expertise in AML, FATCA, screening, and compliance regulations
- Hands-on experience with KYC tools and Microsoft Office suite
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
