Reviews requests for establishing relationships with foreign correspondent banks (Nostro) received from the Financial Institutions Unit. Performs due diligence on the bank and its management, evaluates AML/CTF controls and sanctions programs, prepares recommendations accordingly, and submits results to the direct supervisor. Also follows up with the FI Unit to obtain General Manager approvals and ensures proper filing of records. Monitors the periodic updating of data for banks maintaining relationships with Bank of Jordan (RMA / Vostro) in line with risk levels. Prepares responses to questionnaires received by the FI Unit and compiles the required documentation in coordination with relevant departments. Contributes to preparing replies to correspondent bank inquiries regarding financial transactions processed through them. Ensures the renewal and maintenance of KYC documentation for Bank of Jordan (e.g., US Patriot Act, Wolfsberg Questionnaire, etc.), ensuring publication on official websites and the Banker’s Almanac platform. Maintains proper archiving of all received transactions, questionnaires, and related correspondence within unit files, in accordance with instructions and work procedures, to facilitate future reference. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Banking Sciences, or an equivalent field. Minimum of 2 years of professional banking experience, including at least 1 year in a relevant role. Full proficiency in English (written and spoken). Strong knowledge of internal and external policies and procedures governing the work. Familiarity with the bank’s services and products. Strong analytical skills. Proficiency in computer use and applied banking systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong planning and organizational abilities. Ability to work under pressure.
- Reviews requests for establishing relationships with foreign correspondent banks (Nostro) received from the Financial Institutions Unit. Performs due diligence on the bank and its management, evaluates AML/CTF controls and sanctions programs, prepares recommendations accordingly, and submits results to the direct supervisor. Also follows up with the FI Unit to obtain General Manager approvals and ensures proper filing of records.
- Monitors the periodic updating of data for banks maintaining relationships with Bank of Jordan (RMA / Vostro) in line with risk levels.
- Prepares responses to questionnaires received by the FI Unit and compiles the required documentation in coordination with relevant departments.
- Contributes to preparing replies to correspondent bank inquiries regarding financial transactions processed through them.
- Ensures the renewal and maintenance of KYC documentation for Bank of Jordan (e.g., US Patriot Act, Wolfsberg Questionnaire, etc.), ensuring publication on official websites and the Banker’s Almanac platform.
- Maintains proper archiving of all received transactions, questionnaires, and related correspondence within unit files, in accordance with instructions and work procedures, to facilitate future reference.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Banking Sciences, or an equivalent field.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional banking experience, including at least 1 year in a relevant role.
- Full proficiency in English (written and spoken).
- Strong knowledge of internal and external policies and procedures governing the work.
- Familiarity with the bank’s services and products.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Proficiency in computer use and applied banking systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong planning and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure.
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