Operations Manager – Islamic Bank

 Role Summary

• Full-time Operations Manager position in Bahrain (Seef / Manama area).

• Support the Head of Operations to ensure smooth day‑to‑day banking operations across departments.

• Ensure compliance with Islamic banking policies, corporate procedures, and operational standards — including documentation, verification, risk mitigation, and internal controls.

• Work on process improvements, system enhancements, and workflow optimizations to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee banking operations to ensure timely, accurate client servicing and internal compliance.

• Maintain strong client relationships by delivering high‑quality service and resolving operational issues efficiently.

• Ensure strict adherence to Islamic banking standards, regulatory requirements (AML/KYC/OFAC/FATF), and internal banking policies.

• Handle trade finance, international payments, SWIFT/SafeWatch operations, Nostro/Vostro accounts, and money‑market transactions as needed.

• Collaborate with other departments for documentation, compliance checks, and workflow improvements; support product/process development and implementation.

About the Employer

• The role is offered via RTC‑1 Employment Services, acting for a leading international Islamic banking institution with presence across regions including Bahrain.

• The bank is known for a wide corporate structure and adherence to Islamic banking practices.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking & Finance, Accounting, or related field.

• At least 8 years of experience in banking; minimum 5 years in a leading banking institution.

• Strong practical knowledge of SWIFT, SafeWatch, core‑banking systems (preferably iMal), international payments, money‑market operations, and trade finance.

• Solid understanding of AML/KYC/OFAC/FATF regulations, and experience in compliance and risk management.

• Proficiency in English and Arabic (both written and verbal).

Salary & Benefits

• Approximate Salary: BHD 1,800 – BHD 2,400/month (typical range for operations‑manager roles in Bahrain)

• Offered Salary in this listing: up to BHD 2,100/month (all‑inclusive), plus family benefits, allowances, and bonus structure.

• Additional benefits: allowance, family benefits, bonus — as mentioned in the job listing.

Job Details

• Location: Seef / Manama, Bahrain

• Industry: Banking – Islamic / Corporate Banking

• Job Type: Full-Time

• Functional Area: Banking Operations / Corporate Services

• Career Level: Senior / Management

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Banking/Finance/Accounting (or related)

• Experience: 8+ years in banking operations, with at least 5 years in a lead banking institution

• Nationality: Any nationality (as per listing)

Location & Work Conditions

• Based in Bahrain (Seef / Manama area).

• Work within a structured corporate banking operations environment.

• Regular banking‑sector working hours; likely with coordination across international operations depending on banking workflows.

Growth & Career Path

• Opportunity to lead operations in a major Islamic banking institution.

• Potential to advance to higher managerial roles (e.g. Head of Operations, Department Head).

• Exposure to wide range of banking operations — trade finance, AML/compliance, international banking — valuable for long-term banking career.

How to Apply

• Prepare an updated CV  for Operations Manager – Islamic Bank showing: banking operations experience, trade finance / international payments handling, compliance and risk management expertise, and language skills (English & Arabic).

• Highlight relevant years of experience, knowledge of SWIFT/SafeWatch/core‑banking systems, and familiarity with Islamic banking operations & compliance.

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