Financial Crime Manager (Saudi Nationals)

About the role

The Financial Crime Manager will provide support and direction on financial crime compliance across HSBC Saudi Arabia business lines, focusing on KYC, customer due diligence and sanctions compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Review and implement KYC, CDD and EDD processes in line with AML policy and local regulations.
• Manage Oracle Watchlist Screening referrals and SAS transaction‑monitoring alerts, escalating high‑risk cases.
• Conduct investigations, produce high‑quality investigative reports and maintain case history in the approved case‑management system.
• Interact with senior management, regulatory authorities (CMA) and internal audit committees to resolve compliance queries and support remediation actions.
• Update FC packs for local and regional committees, oversee daily trade and communications surveillance, and assess control adequacy.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Accountancy, Business Administration or a related field; Master’s in Risk Management preferred.
• 3‑5 years of experience in compliance, AML or financial crime risk management within banking or financial services.
• Relevant certifications such as CBCO, CRCM or CRCP are advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Required skills

• Oracle Watchlist Screening (OWS) platform.
• SAS transaction‑monitoring system.
• Helios risk‑control system.