AML Compliance Manager

National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) is seeking an AML Compliance Manager to strengthen its anti-money laundering function at NBK Tower, Sharq, Kuwait City. With operations across 15 countries, NBK requires rigorous AML controls that meet both CBK requirements and international standards including FATF recommendations and US correspondent banking regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage NBK's AML/CTF compliance framework across Kuwait operations
• Conduct enhanced due diligence on high-risk customers and politically exposed persons (PEPs)
• File suspicious transaction reports (STRs) with the Kuwait Financial Intelligence Unit
• Implement sanctions screening programs (UN, OFAC, EU sanctions lists)
• Train branch staff on AML obligations under Law No. 106 of 2013

Requirements

• LLB or relevant degree; CAMS certification required
• 5-8 years experience in AML compliance, preferably in banking
• Knowledge of CBK AML circulars and FATF Mutual Evaluation Reports
• Experience with sanctions screening tools (World-Check, Dow Jones)
• Bilingual Arabic/English

• AML framework management
• Enhanced due diligence
• STR filing
• Sanctions screening
• Staff training

• LLB or relevant degree; CAMS required
• 5-8 years AML banking compliance
• CBK AML circular knowledge
• Sanctions screening experience
• Bilingual Arabic/English