Urwah Admin

Client of Tandem Search

Key Responsibilities
1. Transaction Processing
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 Perform first-level checks and process transactions as a Maker in relevant systems (Flex, ICCS, EDMS).
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 Handle cheque clearing, payroll, PDC, and CMU transactions received from branches and business units.
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 Verify customer signatures, documentation, and technical details before processing.
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 Ensure compliance with Central Bank guidelines on cheque security features.
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 Post customer transactions in the Flex system and ensure timely completion within SLAs.
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2. Cheque &amp; PDC Management
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 Receive, check, and acknowledge cheques, payroll, and collection requests via mail/courier.
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 Warehouse and retrieve PDC cheques date-wise; reconcile against system reports.
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 Handle outward and inward clearing, verify reconciliations, and balance accounts daily.
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 Process discarded or returned cheques, prepare return memos, and dispatch to parent branches or delivery centers.
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 Scan and archive PDC/CMU/FTC documents in ICCS and EDMS.
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 Reconcile CCDM cheques and pack amount-wise for archival.
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3. Document Control &amp; Archival
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 File and send all processed documents to CORD for archival.
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 Scan and create work items for customer FAX applications, SWIFT messages, Pay Orders, Standing Orders, DDs, and amendments in EDMS.
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 Monitor FAX printers and ensure proper routing to the respective processing unit.
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 Maintain accurate tracking records (Excel logs, mail schedules, and reconciliation reports).
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4. Reconciliation &amp; Reporting
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 Generate daily and periodic reports for reconciliation of:
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 PDC cheques
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 FTC documents
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 Pay Orders (PO), Demand Drafts (DD), and Bank Guarantees
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 Ensure all records are balanced and discrepancies resolved promptly.
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 Support general mail enquiries, returns, and branch communications.
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5. Operational Excellence &amp; Improvement
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 Ensure all transactions are processed within agreed turnaround times (TATs).
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 Coordinate closely with business groups and internal departments for issue resolution.
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 Recommend process and system improvements to enhance efficiency and SLA adherence.
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 Propose training needs for self and team members to strengthen operational skills.
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 Maintain completeness and accuracy of all received instructions and documentation.
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Skills &amp; Competencies
Technical Skills
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 Strong understanding of clearing, collections, remittances, PDC, and cash management operations.
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 Familiarity with Flexcube (Flex), ICCS, EDMS, and CORD systems.
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 Knowledge of UAE Central Bank cheque regulations and general banking procedures.
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 Excellent reconciliation and reporting accuracy.
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Soft Skills
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 Excellent verbal and written communication.
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 Strong interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate across departments.
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 High attention to detail and process discipline.
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 Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
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 Proactive approach with a mindset for continuous improvement.
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Officer, Payment Operations

Job Purpose:
To complement the Rates and NL business generating yearly income of AED 200 Mio by managing the Non-Linear FX and rates flow business within approved limits. This role also allows the trader to manufacture products by working with the Structuring team, which in turn allows Corporate and Institutional Sales in particular (bank stakeholders as a whole), to expand the flow of business from clients. Take on market risk positions from internal desks (Sales) / provide hedging trade ideas for our own account and external clients. Train junior members as appropriate. Customer interaction as appropriate. Provide efficient and competitive pricing.
Skills &amp; Expertise:
Ability to price non-linear products &amp; manage the risk internally. System implementation skills for non-linear products. Technical and fundamental Knowledge of trading G7 &amp; EM Markets.
Exotic/Structured Product Knowledge Calypso / Numerix systems Bloomberg/Reuters.
8 -10 years of experience in IR trading with a proven good track record.

Director FX Options Trader

Location: Dubai/Riyadh 
Big4 
Level: Director
Role Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Director to join our Data &amp; AI practice, working with global and regional clients to unlock the value of data, analytics, and artificial intelligence. As a Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading client engagements, driving business development, and shaping the firm s Data &amp; AI offerings.
You will be responsible for delivering large-scale transformation programs, advising C-suite executives on AI strategy and adoption, and mentoring high-performing teams. This role is a Partner-track opportunity for a leader who can combine technical expertise, commercial acumen, and strategic vision to expand the firm s footprint in this fast-evolving domain.
Key Responsibilities
Client Delivery
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 Lead large, complex engagements across data strategy, AI adoption, cloud platforms, machine learning, and advanced analytics.
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 Advise clients on data monetization, operating models, AI governance, and emerging technologies (LLMs, generative AI, automation).
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 Oversee delivery excellence by managing cross-functional teams and ensuring high client satisfaction.
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Business Development
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 Drive go-to-market initiatives for Data &amp; AI services, developing new offerings and propositions.
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 Build strong client relationships with CxO and Board-level stakeholders, positioning the firm as a trusted advisor.
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 Originate and convert opportunities into multi-million-dollar consulting engagements.
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Practice Development &amp; Leadership
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 Support the growth of the Data &amp; AI practice by scaling capabilities, frameworks, and delivery models.
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 Mentor and coach managers and senior managers, developing the next generation of leaders.
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 Contribute to thought leadership by publishing insights, participating in industry forums, and representing the firm externally.
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Qualifications &amp; Experience
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 15+ years of professional experience in consulting, technology, or digital transformation, with at least 8 years focused on data, analytics, and AI.
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 Proven track record of leading data &amp; AI engagements at scale across industries such as financial services, energy, healthcare, government, or consumer.
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 Strong expertise in:
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 Data platforms and engineering (Azure, AWS, GCP).
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 Advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI/LLM solutions.
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 Data governance, ethics, and regulatory compliance.
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 Experience in business development, including pipeline management, proposals, and closing $5M+ annual sales.
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 Strong network with senior business and technology leaders in the Middle East (preferred).
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 Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field; MBA or Master s preferred.
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Data & AI Director

Key Responsibilities - 
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 <li>Design and develop behavioral training programs and learning curriculums based on organizational and individual development needs.</li>
 <li>Support the management, implementation, and ROI evaluation of global learning programs.</li>
 <li>Deliver behavioral learning sessions and courses.</li>
 <li>Coordinate smooth execution of learning programs (virtual and in-person), handling logistics and admin support for participants and facilitators.</li>
 <li>Ensure effective use and upkeep of training facilities and resources.</li>
 <li>Manage and maintain learning systems, including LMS and third-party platforms, to ensure timely service delivery.</li>
 <li>Organize and support global induction programs, including delivering select sessions</li>
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Knowledge, Skills, and Experience-
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 <li>Bachelor s degree in any discipline.</li>
 <li>Minimum 7 years experience in a large organization, ideally in Finance/Banking or Learning &amp; Development.</li>
 <li>Strong MS Office skills.</li>
 <li>Familiar with digital learning tools and emerging tech like GenAI.</li>
 <li>Strong planning, organizational, and decision-making skills</li>
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Assistant Manager - Learning and Development

Release Governance Manager Digital Banking
The Release Governance Manager will be responsible for introducing, evolving, and maintaining a robust Release Management Framework governing all production releases within the Retail Banking Group (RBG) Digital space. The role ensures that digital releases adhere to defined governance standards, align with the bank s technology stack and architectural principles, and comply with digital, business, and risk governance requirements.
The incumbent will collaborate closely with Agile Coaches, Architecture, Business Governance, Risk, Compliance, and CXCG teams to ensure all release processes are documented, controlled, and compliant with internal policies and regulatory standards. The role requires a strong focus on governance, risk management, and technical understanding, as well as the ability to build consensus across stakeholders with competing priorities.
This role may also include managing a small team to support the effective rollout and continuous improvement of release governance processes.
Key Result Areas
1. Release Management Framework Development
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 Design, implement, and own the end-to-end Release Management Framework for RBG Digital.
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 Ensure proper governance, controls, and sign-offs are in place prior to releasing new digital features or capabilities.
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 Continuously evolve the framework to align with technology strategy, risk appetite, and regulatory changes.
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2. Governance and Compliance Controls
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 Establish clear policies, processes, and tools to enforce adherence to the framework.
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 Ensure all deployments and supporting evidence comply with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
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 Monitor exceptions to the release process, ensuring proper documentation, exceptional approvals, and mitigation plans.
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3. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
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 Work closely with key stakeholders including Business Governance, Risk, Compliance, CXCG, and Architecture to ensure consistent governance alignment.
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 Build and maintain strong relationships across digital, technology, and control functions to enable transparent release decision-making.
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4. Reporting and Continuous Improvement
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 Periodically share insightful reports and analytics on release performance, compliance, and trends.
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 Maintain and update documentation related to release governance and best practices.
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 Identify and implement opportunities for automation and process enhancement.
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5. People Leadership (if applicable)
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 Lead and mentor a small team, providing coaching, guidance, and support in understanding and applying the release management framework.
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 Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Digital Release Governance Lead - Banking Apps.

Job Purpose 
To lead the development and integration of portfolio construction and risk frameworks across the firm s investment offerings. This role is responsible for embedding risk methodologies into a range of strategies, including bottom-up active, quantitative, and outcome-based approaches. The Head of Portfolio Construction &amp; Risk will also guide the firm's adoption of machine learning and quantitative tools, support the development and backtesting of new strategies, and provide risk oversight across all portfolios and be part of the Investment Committee. As the firm undergoes rapid growth and aims to position itself as a regional leader in the GCC and beyond, this role will be central in ensuring portfolios are constructed and monitored with a disciplined and scalable risk approach and supports innovation of new products and capabilities in a rapidly changing asset management environment. 
 
Key Result Areas
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 <li>Design and implement comprehensive portfolio risk frameworks across active, quantitative, passive, and outcome-based strategies.</li>
 <li>Guide the firm s approach to risk model selection and validation, drawing on familiarity with tools such as Barra, Axioma, Bloomberg, FactSet, etc.</li>
 <li>Support the product development process by contributing portfolio construction insight, including backtesting of strategies and alignment with investment objectives.</li>
 <li>Lead the development and integration of machine learning and AI tools to support portfolio design and risk assessment.</li>
 <li>Create and maintain robust portfolio risk reporting, monitoring, and escalation protocols.</li>
 <li>Develop quasi-active, factor-based strategies with defined risk budgets and tracking error targets.</li>
 <li>Construct customised portfolios for a range of clients and product types, including institutional mandates and mutual funds.</li>
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Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
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 <li>Minimum 10 years experience in investment risk, quantitative research, or portfolio construction within asset management.</li>
 <li>Solid quantitative background with expertise in risk modelling, portfolio optimisation, and performance analysis.</li>
 <li>Familiarity with major risk systems and tools such as Barra, Axioma, Bloomberg PORT, and FactSet.</li>
 <li>Familiarity with equity and fixed income asset classes as well as multi-asset portfolios.</li>
 <li>Strong understanding of active, passive, quantitative, and outcome-based portfolio management techniques.</li>
 <li>Proven experience in integrating machine learning or algorithmic methods within portfolio design or risk functions.</li>
 <li>Skilled in backtesting, scenario analysis, and developing portfolio analytics aligned to investment objectives.</li>
 <li>Demonstrated ability to build client- and product-oriented portfolio solutions.</li>
 <li>Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.</li>
 <li>Finance / quantitative-related Bachelor's or Master s degree, with CFA or equivalent professional qualifications preferred.</li>
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Head of Portfolio Construction Risk

Job Purpose 
To lead the design, development, and management of the firm s investment product suite, including traditional, alternative, and innovative asset management offerings. This role plays a central part in shaping the firm's commercial success by ensuring its product strategy is forward-thinking, client-centric, and scalable. The Head of Product will be responsible for both launching new products, maintaining and optimising existing ones, ensuring strong alignment with regulatory standards, client demands, and global market trends. The role also supports efforts to bring innovative, differentiated products to market, leveraging emerging technologies and structural trends to build a compelling competitive edge. 
 Key Result Areas 
 
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 <li>Shape and drive the firm s current and future product strategy, aligned with business growth and market demands.</li>
 <li>Oversee end-to-end product development and ongoing product management across mutual funds, private asset structures, REITs, institutional mandates, and emerging areas like fund tokenisation.</li>
 <li>Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and perform gap assessments relative to investor needs.</li>
 <li>Ensure rigorous governance across the full product lifecycle, from initial concept to launch, monitoring, enhancement, and closure.</li>
 <li>Ensure alignment with local and international regulations, including Islamic investment requirements where relevant.</li>
 <li>Work with investment, technology, sales, and risk teams to ensure products are designed for operational efficiency and client impact.</li>
 <li>Integrate emerging technologies and AI tools with the product platform to deliver more tailored, responsive, and efficient investment solutions</li>
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Knowledge, Skills, and Experience 
 
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 <li>Minimum 10 years of experience in product development and/or management within asset management.</li>
 <li>Strong understanding of a broad range of investment products, including passive and active strategies, money market funds, absolute return, outcome-based funds, private assets (equity, debt, infrastructure), structured products, and REITs.</li>
 <li>Familiar with at least one of the major international markets (US, Europe, or Asia), with additional understanding of the regulatory and client environment in the GCC.</li>
 <li>Experience with both institutional and retail product offerings, including fund structuring, pricing, positioning, and lifecycle governance.</li>
 <li>Up-to-date knowledge of global product trends, including tokenisation, blockchain applications, and digital asset vehicles.</li>
 <li>Experience integrating technological innovation (e.g., AI, automation) to support investment product delivery and enhance client outcomes.</li>
 <li>Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional projects and aligning internal and external stakeholders behind product goals.</li>
 <li>Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.</li>
 <li>Finance-related Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred.</li>
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Head of Product Asset Management

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