Assistant Vice President Operations

What you'll do: • Conduct and execute all transaction processing within the branch including Trade Finance Products such as Export, Import & Guarantees, Loans covering Bilateral, Syndicated and project finance, Cash Management involving account opening, Remittance including SAR clearing and Online Banking, Treasury Products like FX and Money Market as well as Islamic Finance Products. • Book and authorise all KSA based transactions in the core banking system T24 ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal standards. • Input and authorise SAR payments in SARIE while escalating issues to appropriate channels when necessary to maintain smooth operations. • Ensure timely processing of all regulatory requests received through various platforms within the allowed SLA set by the central bank. • Escalate incidents and key identified risks promptly to the Operations Manager to support risk mitigation strategies. • Participate actively in Saudi-based governance committees such as Operations Risk and Control committee, Business Continuity Plan Committee, New Product Approval Committee or any other relevant committee when requested. • Prepare comprehensive process manuals, workflows, guidelines and procedures aligned with bank standard procedures to ensure consistency across operations. • Adhere strictly to requirements set by the Head of KSA Office while preparing and submitting management periodic reports accurately and on time. • Coordinate with teams to prepare and submit Operations regulatory reporting requirements efficiently. • Handle internal and external audit requirements by providing accurate information and documentation as needed. • Collaborate closely with other team members to support the development of the Branch as the best working place in MUFG. • Carry out additional roles if required when your skillset and experience allow for flexibility within the team. • Be aware of key risks identified by the ORCC committee and adhere to assigned controls for effective risk management. • Manage Islamic Finance transactions according to Shariah Compliant policies ensuring ethical standards are maintained. • Proactively oversee resolution of any AUDIT or Self Inspection findings or requirements in a timely manner. • Respond effectively to Local & Regional Compliance queries demonstrating thorough understanding of regulations. • Act as liaison between London-based Processing Centre for EMEA (PCE), KSA customers, Corporate Banking/Trade Finance/Treasury colleagues facilitating clear communication. • Ensure all processes and flows are adhered to in line with Head Office guidelines identifying gaps for immediate address. • Communicate with ESO escalating system-related incidents while working collaboratively to ensure systems meet BAU requirements for operations. • Manage junior team members providing on-the-job training (OJT) once available as needed. What you bring: • Must be a Saudi National and Arabic speaker • Experience working within banking operations field covering areas such as Trade Finance (LCs, LGs, Collections), Treasury products including FX & Money Market transactions, Remittances (SAR clearing), Loans (Bilateral/Syndicated/Project Finance) and Cash Management (account opening/remittance/online banking). • University Degree or equivalent qualification demonstrating strong academic foundation relevant to banking operations. • Proficiency using T24 core banking system enabling efficient transaction booking/data entry/authorisation processes. • Excellent experience operating SARIE platform for payment input/authorisation/escalation purposes within KSA context. • Comprehensive knowledge of various SWIFT applications supporting secure communications across financial networks. • Advanced Excel skills allowing for accurate data analysis/report preparation essential for regulatory compliance/audit requirements. • Strong attention to detail ensuring accuracy across all operational tasks especially under pressure or tight deadlines. • Exceptional time management skills enabling prioritisation of workload according to urgency/responsibility levels set by management/regulatory bodies. • Outstanding communication skills facilitating clear interactions with colleagues/customers/regulators/auditors both locally & internationally (fluency in English & Arabic essential). • Demonstrated team working skills contributing positively towards communal goals/supportive leadership/collaborative problem-solving environments within MUFG s inclusive culture. • Must be a Saudi National and Arabic speaker • Experience working within banking operations field covering areas such as Trade Finance (LCs, LGs, Collections), Treasury products including FX & Money Market transactions, Remittances (SAR clearing), Loans (Bilateral/Syndicated/Project Finance) and Cash Management (account opening/remittance/online banking). • University Degree or equivalent qualification demonstrating strong academic foundation relevant to banking operations. • Proficiency using T24 core banking system enabling efficient transaction booking/data entry/authorisation processes. • Excellent experience operating SARIE platform for payment input/authorisation/escalation purposes within KSA context. • Comprehensive knowledge of various SWIFT applications supporting secure communications across financial networks. • Advanced Excel skills allowing for accurate data analysis/report preparation essential for regulatory compliance/audit requirements. • Strong attention to detail ensuring accuracy across all operational tasks especially under pressure or tight deadlines. • Exceptional time management skills enabling prioritisation of workload according to urgency/responsibility levels set by management/regulatory bodies. • Outstanding communication skills facilitating clear interactions with colleagues/customers/regulators/auditors both locally & internationally (fluency in English & Arabic essential). • Demonstrated team working skills contributing positively towards communal goals/supportive leadership/collaborative problem-solving environments within MUFG s inclusive culture.