Assistant / Executive Assistant / Junior Officer (Governance & Compliance)

Job Vacancy – Governance & Compliance Officer

We are currently hiring on behalf of our client in Bahrain for the following position:

Position: Assistant / Executive Assistant / Junior Officer (Governance & Compliance)

Key Responsibilities

Compliance

• Assist in developing, updating, and implementing compliance policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements issued by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB), Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), and other applicable authorities.
• Support the administration of compliance activities across the organization.
• Assist with AML/CFT compliance monitoring, investigations, and documentation.
• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, including regulatory submissions and reporting requirements.
• Maintain compliance reporting systems and records.
• Evaluate and document reports of non-compliant activities.
• Assist in the development and delivery of compliance awareness and training programs.
• Coordinate external audits, investigations, and regulatory inquiries.
• Prepare regular compliance reports and updates for management.
• Promote compliance awareness through internal communications, notices, compliance digests, and awareness initiatives.

Governance

• Provide administrative and coordination support to the Corporate Secretary in all Board and Committee-related activities.
• Assist in preparing Board documentation, meeting materials, minutes, and records.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of corporate governance policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with Senior Management to ensure effective implementation of governance and compliance requirements.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good understanding of financial institution operations, systems, reports, and workflows.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Professional certification or diploma in Compliance, AML, or Governance is preferred (e.g., CAMS, ICA, GRC).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a banking or financial institution in a similar role.
• Knowledge of customer onboarding processes, merchant documentation, and customer transaction behavior.
• Strong understanding of sanctions regulations and the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) regulatory framework.
• Age: 23 to 35 years.

Location

Bahrain

Work Location: In person