Deputy Branch Manager Fluent Arabic

Our Banking client is looking for Deputy Branch Manager to join their team on a full-time permanent basis. The ideal candidate must have 5 years  experience in a similar role gained either Private Banking or Retail Banking background. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
To manage and enhance relationships with existing and potential new customers To oversee the efficient and compliant running of all Departments of the Bank. To supervise customer services team and credit department To ensure Account opening, KYC and due diligence are updated To particularly oversee and monitor the Credit Area and to evaluate the level of Risk involved in the extension of Credit to Customers.

Regular briefing with Credit Department and attendance at credit meetings. Oversight of credit applications and reviews. To ensure business is conducted in accordance with the existing Procedures To review Operating Procedures and recommend revision where appropriate and review services and maintain contact with others in the market to keep Head Office and Country Manager - London advised of all developments in operational procedures and services in London.

Receipt and analysis of market and regulatory notices. Daily liaison with departments to ensure orderly and efficient running of the Bank To be a member of the Management Committee which monitors all activities and liquidity interest rates and foreign exchange business and ensure FCA, Bank of England and Head Office requirements are respected. To ensure Operations Banking Business Compliance and Accountancy is in compliance with the Banks Procedures and Standing instructions issued by Management and/or Head Office Internal Audits - to ensure early response and that recommendations are carried out.

Deputise for Country Manager when absent. To ensure compliance with standing instructions and memos issued by the FCA, and Head Office. To oversee and monitor all matters of a legal nature affecting the Banks business in conjunction with Management. To monitor problems/complaints highlighted internally and/or externally by queries from Branches, Correspondents and Customers and to ensure speedy and appropriate action is taken.

Skills and knowledge:
The ideal candidate must have 5 years  experience in a similar role gained either from Private or Retail Banking background. Proven experience dealing with HNW customers is essential. Fluent Arabic speaker required. For more information on this role please contact Barbara Houghton by sending your CV quoting .