Credit Suisse Hiring for CCO Qatar Job at Doha Full Time

Credit Suisse is a leading global wealth manager with strong investment banking and asset management capabilities. Founded in 1856 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Credit Suisse has expanded to be a global force employing over 45,000 people from over 150 nations, based across 50 countries. With new leadership, a new strategy, and a streamlined global organization, we are set for growth. We collaborate across businesses, divisions, and regions to create innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients—and to help our employees grow. It is high priority for us to continuously invest in our employees by providing ongoing opportunities for training, networking, and mobility. We are always looking for motivated individuals to help us shape the future for our clients.

We offer you a rare chance to be part of our collaborative, dedicated and highly motivated team that places high value in integrity and taking initiative in a diverse environment.

We believe through this role you will gain a deep knowledge and understanding of the industry while gaining the opportunity to build positive relationships and improve on your personal skills. You will bring a positive personality to our team with strong communication skills, a committed approach, strong sense of ownership and a passion to learn new things

Your field of responsibility

• Responsible for the provision and execution of the Compliance program in Qatar;
• Oversight of Credit Suisse Qatar’s compliance with the requirements of Credit Suisse and the QFCRA and other applicable regulatory obligations including any applicable AML/CFT legislation, policies and procedures;
• Performing the role of Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer for CSQ;
• Acting as main point of contact for the QFCRA, QFIU and CSQ employees to assess and bring up/report suspicions of money laundering or terrorist financing (STR) activity;
• Making external suspicious transaction reports to the QFCRA and QFIU in line with the QFCRA’s Financial Crime module;
• Ensuring adequate record keeping of CSQ in line with QFCRA requirements;
• In partnership with Financial Crimes Compliance; assisting the IWM business in the management of AML risks;
• Representing compliance at governance meetings
• Fostering an open and co-operative relationship with the QFCRA and other local authorities;
• Coordinating communication with the QFCRA and other local regulatory authorities;
• Coordinating regulatory inspections and internal or external audits;
• Handling the relevant QFCRA license processes and employee registration requirements;
• Recommend on the filing/registration of relevant products with the QFCRA where applicable;
• Guide senior management and IWM employees in their day to day business activities to applicable local regulations, Group policies, procedures and standards;
• Ensuring the adequate training of employees through regular training and awareness sessions to promote compliance with applicable laws, regulations as well as CS policies.
• Performing an independent annual Compliance Risk Assessment (“CRA”)
• Designing and implementing a compliance monitoring program
• Investigating actual or potential breaches of law, regulation, policy and procedures in accordance with the Disciplinary Policy.
• Keeping management and employees abreast of any regulatory changes and ensuring alignment with CS processes and policies;
• Assisting in the preparation of responses and periodical reporting requested either by Divisional Compliance, Regional Head of Compliance and the QFCRA or other local authority;
• Maintaining the Qatar Complaints register and ensuring adherence to Complaints policy and QFCRA regulations;

Your future colleagues

The Credit Suisse Compliance directive is to be a proactive, independent function partnering with the business through continuous challenge and support to successfully handle compliance risk.

The Compliance Officer & MLRO for Credit Suisse, Qatar Branch is accountable for the delivery of this directive to the Wealth Management (“IWM”) division operating to enable the business to develop in a controlled manner. Partners closely with WM Compliance Officers in the ME&T region as well as Financial Crime Compliance and Regulatory Compliance teams of the CS Group.

This department values Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and is committed to realizing the firms D&I ambition which is an integral part of our global cultural values.

Your skills and experience

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to multi-task (handle several issues, setting priorities)
• Delivering excellent service and ability to meet deadlines while maintaining quality
• Flexibility in the handling of changing work loads
• Business and service minded demeanour
• Readiness to work independently on complex issues
• Able to demonstrate adherence to the firm’s policies and procedures
• Good judgement and knows when to bring up matters and to whom

Knowledge and competences:

• Knowledge of CS activities and more generally the banking business and transactions
• Knowledge of Credit Suisse Compliance policy and the AML international standards
• Sound knowledge of QFCRA regulations
• English language essential. Arabic a benefit
• Excellent interpersonal and strong communication skills, good collaborator, inquisitive approach and excellent attention to detail.
• Understands the value of diversity in the workplace and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture in all aspects of working life so that people from all backgrounds receive equal treatment, realize their full potential and can bring their full, authentic selves to work.

Your new employer

Find a new home for your skills, ideas, and ambitions! Credit Suisse offers you the ideal environment to progress your career, attractive benefits and excellent training.

Credit Suisse is an equal opportunity employer! Welcoming diversity gives us a competitive advantage in the global marketplace and drives our success. Our bank provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as well as those with other needs or beliefs as may be protected under applicable local law. If you require assistance during the recruitment process, please let your recruiter know.