Position Title: Operations Officer – Islamic Bank (2 Vacancies)
Employment Type: Full time
Salary Package: up to 1.2K BHD depending on experience and qualifications plus competitive benefits
Job Location: Bahrain
About the Client:
One of the leading global institutions in Islamic banking in the MENA region.
Job Description:
? Handle daily banking operations, including customer transactions, account maintenance, fund transfers, clearing, and settlements with accuracy and efficiency.
? Prepare, review, and verify operational documents and reports, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
? Coordinate with internal departments (Compliance, Finance, IT) to support workflows, resolve issues, and maintain smooth operations.
? Process remittances, trade finance documents, and back-office transactions while safeguarding data confidentiality and record integrity.
Qualifications
? Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
? Minimum 3 years of experience in banking operations or a similar administrative role in Islamic banking or financial sector; Familiarity with Bahrain banking regulations and Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) guidelines is an advantage.
? Practical knowledge of SWIFT, SafeWatch, and core banking systems (preferably iMal), with a strong understanding of international payment methods and related regulatory requirements.
? Solid grasp of compliance standards (AML, KYC, OFAC, FATF) and extensive experience in Trade Finance Operations, Money Market Transactions, and NOSTRO/VOSTRO account management.