Location
Sharjah
Quality and Risk | Client acceptance - Associate
When you work for us, you commit to a career at one of the largest and most
prestigious professional services firms in the world. Looking for a rewarding
career? Take a closer look at Deloitte & Touche ME. You'll understand that
Deloitte is a Tier 1 Tax advisor in the GCC region since 2010 (according to
the International Tax Review World Tax Rankings). It has received numerous
awards in the last few years which include Best Employer in the Middle East,
best consulting firm, and the Middle East Training & Development Excellence
Award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
In addition to our opportunities in audit, tax, consulting, and financial
advisory, we offer a variety of careers in Internal Client Services (ICS)
considered essential to the growth of the Firm. Whether in Human Resources,
Finance or PR, a career in ICS with Deloitte & Touche ME will give you the
opportunity to join a firm undergoing rapid expansion in a region of fast-
paced growth. Your role will not just put your passion for creative solutions
to the test, it will provide you with an environment to grow and build a
career based on excellence.
Our Purpose
Deloitte makes an impact that matters. Every day we challenge ourselves to do
what matters most --for clients, for our people, and for society. We serve
clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex
challenges and unlocking sustainable growth. We inspire our talented
professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an
exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture. We
contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding
the integrity of organizations and supporting our communities.
Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact:
* Lead the way
* Serve with integrity
* Take care of each other
* Foster inclusion
* Collaborate for measurable impact
During your tenure as a Quality and Risk Associate, you will demonstrate and
develop your capabilities in the following areas:
* Follow established KYC/AML processes for new and existing clients/vendors in line with relevant Deloitte Global and local policies, undertake due diligence and to raise any concerns to the quality risk representative/management.
* Perform AML risk assessment and analyze AML risks associated with the client and identify 'red flag' situations. Potential risks and operational issues should be identified and escalated as appropriate
* Comply with all relevant internal policies and procedures
* Assist with Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews including trigger events and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
* Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills and consistently communicate with teams regarding compliance-related functions and investigative responsibilities
* Engage with key stakeholders of the firm, including other Deloitte offices to build solid relationships, improve processes, share knowledge and develop a compliance culture
* Communicate compliance analysis and findings to management and staff, and to other members of the business.
* identify any client/engagement related risks and escalate any issues to the quality risk representative.
* Proactively manage the centralized KYC mailbox and respond to queries accurately, efficiently, and promptly.
Leadership capabilities:
* Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact.
* Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent
* Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track
* Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills
* Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business
Qualifications:
* A Bachelor 's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Data analytics or other related matter
* Strong proficiency in basic PC applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) with a general understanding of data analysis techniques
* Work experience is preferred in a similar role related to KYC/AML, due diligence, Compliance...
* Ability to think strategically and assist in the organization and management of a multi-disciplinary team; ability to sell additional services to clients
* Ability to conduct extensive research
* Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
* Proficiency in Arabic is a plus