Assistant Vice President Operations

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MUFG, a globally respected financial institution, is seeking an Assistant Vice President Operations for its Riyadh branch. This role offers you the opportunity to be at the heart of banking operations, supporting a diverse range of products and services while collaborating with colleagues across departments and regions. You will play a pivotal part in ensuring seamless transaction processing, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence within a supportive and inclusive environment. MUFG is committed to nurturing talent, providing ongoing training opportunities, and fostering growth leadership. If you are looking for a workplace that values teamwork, integrity, and professional development, this is your chance to join a company renowned for its commitment to people-focused principles and client-centric values.

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.

What sets this company apart:

MUFG stands out as one of the world’s most respected financial institutions—a company deeply committed to integrity & responsibility alongside professionalism & teamwork. The Riyadh branch embodies these values through its dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee feels supported by knowledgeable leaders who foster growth through ongoing training opportunities. Flexible working arrangements empower you to balance professional ambitions with personal wellbeing while generous pension contributions reflect MUFG’s investment in your long-term security. The organisation’s cultural principles—client centricity; people focus; open communication (‘Listen Up Speak Up’); innovation & simplification; ownership & execution—are woven into daily operations ensuring everyone has a voice/opportunity for advancement regardless of background or experience level. By joining MUFG Riyadh you become part of a global network renowned not only for its financial strength but also its commitment towards nurturing talent/building dependable teams/sharing knowledge across borders. Here your contributions matter: whether supporting operational excellence/risk control/business continuity/new product approval/audit resolution/compliance queries/system enhancements/training junior colleagues—you help shape an environment recognised as ‘the best working place’ within MUFG worldwide.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career further within a globally respected bank that values collaboration, inclusivity and professional growth—apply now!

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This advert will close 19th November 2026

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.

We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.