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• Conduct in-depth analysis of cash management processes and products to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, and stakeholders to gather requirements and define project objectives.
• Develop detailed business requirements documentation, use cases, and functional specifications for cash management product enhancements.
• Utilize your expertise in SWIFT payments, collections, and liquidity management, virtual accounts & Host to Host to provide insights and recommendations for product enhancements.
• Work closely with development teams to ensure accurate implementation of business requirements and timely delivery of projects.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate that new features meet business needs and requirements.
• Provide ongoing support to stakeholders, including training and documentation, to ensure smooth adoption of new features and products.
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to cash management products and services.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience (8+ years) working as a Business Analyst in the financial services industry, with a focus on cash management products.
• Expertise in SWIFT payments, collections, and liquidity management products and processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret complex data from multiple sources.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP) is a plus.

To conduct fundamental and technical analysis of Fixed income securities across assigned sectors, industries and geographies. Monitor key economic and market indicators for market entry and exists. Support senior colleagues in all portfolio management activities including MIS reporting, idea generation, comparative valuation and more.

Job Context:

The role requires a good understanding of the economic drivers of various industries and sectors in addition to a firm understanding and some experience in Fixed income Credit analysis and valuation in addition to relative valuation and portfolio management techniques. It is also expected that the incumbent is familiar with optimization of risk/return matrices and their measurement, gained through academia or work experience.

A good understanding of other major financial asset classes, their indices and performance measurement (CDS, Equities, Alternative assets).

The incumbent is expected to be open to learning to improve and grow into the role of portfolio manager. to understand and process fast moving information and be able to accurately apply it to the asset's classes in the portfolio.

The role requires constant interaction with internal stakeholders within the various departments (credit, corporate banking, risk management) and subsidiaries of ABC as well as external stakeholders like Trading Counterparties, analysts and other ancillary industry players.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct credit and market analysis on existing and potential investments
• Evaluate and propose new investment and trading ideas
• Assist in monitoring and managing the portfolio’s daily MIS
• Daily monitoring of relevant markets and relevant economic data
• Liaise with internal stakeholders on all matters related to the Investment portfolios (Risk, Credit, Economist…etc)
• Bond valuation
• Stress testing and relative value analysis to optimize returns (entries and exists).
• Support the portfolio managers and unit head in all matters related to the Investment portfolios.
• Build presentations and knowledge of new asset classes.
• Interact with internal stakeholders to ensure all compliance with set KPI’s and trouble shoot technical issues.
• Assist in developing trading ideas, analyse existing and potential investments for fit.
• Daily monitoring of assigned portfolios performance and ensures compliance with all risk parameters

Knowledge:

• Fixed income valuation
• Credit, Fundamental and Market Analysis
• Rating methodology
• Portfolio management techniques and performance management
• Macro economics
• General understanding of other traditional and alternative asset classes

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Finance, CFA (competed or in progress) highly preferred
• Solid understanding of Fixed Income
• Other relevant certifications highly desired

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in Fixed income analysis, portfolio management and/or valuation.
• Experience with an international Fixed income house or rating agency is highly preferred.
• Some Experience in trading or portfolio management is highly desired Treasury products

• Responsible for meeting assigned targets and contribute to Capital Markets Product Solutions (CMPS )budgets on Structured Notes, Fixed Income, Forex (FX) and Equities related products.
• Proactive engagement with Relationship Managers (RMs) in marketing Capital Markets Product Solutions (CMPS) products and enhance business turnover and profitability.
• Strengthen retail clients’ customer base product penetration in the increasingly important Capital Markets Product Solutions (CMPS) product suite.
• Provide timely market updates and accurate product information to clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor market movements and provide regular and timely feedback to clients.
• Offer appropriate solutions within clients’ risk profile and investment objectives.
• Ensure prompt and accurate execution of clients’ orders through systems and/or market desks as may be applicable.
• Facilitate book-building of treasury products.
• Actively train Relationship Managers (RMs) in Capital Markets Product Solutions (CMPS) products and ensure systems are being effectively and efficiently utilised.
• Keep abreast of competitors’ tactical mapping, pricing, product offerings and market intelligence.
• Work on frontline and client campaigns and initiatives with segments and data insights to drive Capital Markets Product Solutions (CMPS) products and revenue.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies as applicable.
• Project a high level of professionalism in all client engagements to uphold image of the Bank.
  
  

• Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct.
• Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct.
• Work in the Treasury Sales Specialist function to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank’s Conduct Guidelines: (Fair Outcomes for Clients; Effective Financial Markets; Financial Crime Compliance; The Right Environment.)
• Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.
  
  

• Retail Clients’ Front-line Teams.
• Relationship Managers.
• Capital Markets Product Solutions (CMPS) Dealers
• Capital Markets Product Solutions (CMPS) Product Managers
• Operations
• Legal
• Segment Teams
• Wealth Management
• Branch Operations
  
  

• Embed Here for good and Group’s brand and values in UAE/Wealth Soutions; Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business or Functional policies and procedures
  
  

• Logical thinking and Computing Skills
• Communication Skills
• Product Knowledge –Bonds, Forex (FX), Equities, and Structured Notes
• Understanding of Financial Markets
  
  

• 5 to 10 years’ relevant working and sales experience in treasury sales covering Retail/Priority Banking segment.
• Strong aptitude for sales, business prospects management and deal closure.
• Extensive knowledge of financial markets products such as but not limited to Structured Products, Foreign Exchange, Fixed Income and Equities.
• Knowledge of operational, tax, regulatory issues.
• Excellent communication, sales and presentation skills.
• Self-motivator who is keen to upgrade, improve personal knowledge and skills to meet job requirements.
• Ability to work without supervision.
  
  

• Do the right thing and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do
• Never settle, continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well
• Are better together, we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term
  
  

• Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
• Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
• Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
• Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits
• A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.
• Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.

Entry Level Accountant



We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Entry Level Accountant to join our team in Isa Town. As an entry level position, no prior experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or individuals looking to start their career in accounting.

Responsibilities:
- Assisting with day-to-day accounting tasks, including data entry, filing, and record keeping
- Preparing financial documents such as invoices, purchase orders, and bank statements
- Conducting basic financial analysis and creating reports
- Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes
- Communicating with clients and vendors regarding billing and payments
- Supporting senior accountants with various tasks as needed

Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other basic accounting software
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Salary:
The salary for this position is 1800$ per month.

Location:
This is a contract job located in Isa Town. Candidates must have their own visa.

Urgency:
This is an urgent job opening that requires a quick hiring process.

If you are a recent graduate or have a strong interest in pursuing a career in accounting, we encourage you to apply for this entry level position. Join our dynamic team today!

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Bank ABC seeks to recruit a Credit Administration Officer in the Head Office Credit Department based in our Head Office, in Bahrain.

The Credit Administration Officer will be responsible for overseeing and managing the overall credit administration function in Bank ABC Head Office. This includes managing the credit documentation process, coordinating with internal stakeholders on credit matters and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities of the role:

Reporting to the Head of Head Office Credit Administration, the job holder will be responsible for the following:

• Assist line manager to design and maintain credit administration policies and procedures in accordance with the regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Manage the credit documentation process, ensuring that all credit files are complete and accurate and comply with bank policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Work closely with credit risk, business and product teams to monitor and manage credit quality and portfolio risks and advise on post credit approval matters.
• Ensure credit files are maintained in an orderly, up-to-date, and easily retrievable manner.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders in different functions across the bank, including credit, legal, compliance, operations, and risk management, to support and enhance the credit administration function.
• Maintain good relationships with external stakeholders, such as external auditors

Areas of Knowledge, Qualification and Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of in wholesale banking, with at least 3 years in a credit administration environment.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to extract, analyse, and handle large amounts of data in a timely manner
• Good understanding of credit risk management concepts and principles
• Good understanding of regulatory requirements related to credit administration
• Excellent PC skills, particularly MS office and ability to present information
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to function under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Work as a team member, good communication and presentation skills, accountability, transparent and open.
• Good organizational skills
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Good creative and innovative thinking skills
• Ability to work accurately, under high pressure within fixed and short timeframes, managing work deliverables

Key Responsibilities:

• Market and Investment Research
• Financial Analysis and Valuation
• Portfolio Management Support
• Investment Recommendations
• Trading and Execution Support
• Client and Stakeholder Communication
• Compliance and Risk Management

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, or a related field (MBA or CFA is a plus).
• 2-4 years of experience in public markets, asset management, equity research, or investment banking.
• Financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial databases (Bloomberg, Capital IQ, FactSet, etc.).
• Solid understanding of financial markets, instruments, and economic indicators.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Deals with existing and potential counterparties in Money Market, FX and other approved products as directed. Assists the team in processing all conventional and Islamic Transactions.

Job Context:

• Conventional Transactions:

Deals in all MM conventional products and identifies profit opportunities in all MM and some FX products as well as having knowledge of all relevant economic indicators and market conditions to ensure efficient identification and realisation of such opportunities as directed. The dealer must establish good relationships with established counterparties to ensure good dealing terms and to maintain and increase deposits.

• CD’s, Repo and HQLA Transactions:

The dealer must have develop knowledge of all markets with open positions and be able to identify new avenues for profit to diversify sources of income. He/She must show good rationale for all new products and show adequate research and market testing to justify allowances. Must be able to execute CD issuances and repo/reverse repo related transactions. He/She should develop good understanding of Fixed Income securities and portfolio management.

• Islamic Transactions:

The position requires knowledge in Islamic products. The dealer must be able to execute and trade commodities with brokers in various formats per client agreement and products as directed.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Quotes and processes Internal and External Clients’ transactions in all Treasury related products per approved Matrix and guidance from the head of the unit.
• Processes Internal funding deals (H/O – MM - Ringfencing)
• Builds relationships with all Internal / External CT stakeholders to maintain and enhance liquidity.
• Executes commodity based Islamic deals for ABC Bsc and ABC Islamic as directed
• Follows-up with Legal, Credit and ops on all CT related proposals / agreements (CAF’s, GMRA’s, Murabaha’s…etc)
• Assists the team in raising new liabilities for the bank
• Adheres to all risk and credit limits.
• Ensures timely booking and proper documentation of all transactions.
• Submits activity reports as and when required.
• Provides pricing to bank’s customers and assists sales and other group units in attracting repo business.
• Follows best practices and ensures compliance with audit requirements and reporting obligations in line with the banks policies.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Thorough grasp of financial market analytics.
• Financial modelling skills on excel.
• Sensitivity to market movements in order to capitalize on news related to trading positions.
• Ability to recognize new sources of opportunity and risk.
• Thorough knowledge Treasury products.
• Good knowledge of Fixed Income instruments and their valuation.
• Working knowledge of the Repo market.
• Good Knowledge of the SSA / HQLA universe.

Education/Certifications:

• BA in Business Administration from a reputable university
• Industry training courses and internships in related treasury products: Derivatives, Derivatives Pricing & Trading, Trading Management, Fixed income, Repo & Reverse Repo.
• Strong Excel modelling skills. VBA programming highly preferred.
• Working towards Financial Certifications and graduate studies in Finance are a clear advantage: ACI, CFA, MBA, FRM

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Finance/Treasury in a similar or equivalent role.

Job Category: Financial

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Bahrain

We are seeking an experienced Financial Advisor, CFO, or Finance Consultant to join our executive team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial forecasting, budget planning, investor reporting, and supporting financial decision-making across multiple high-value projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes
• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders
• Evaluate investment opportunities and support capital structuring
• Monitor cash flow, profitability, and cost optimization
• Support pricing models and financial modeling for new products/projects
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and investors
• Advise on long-term financial strategy aligned with business goals
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (MBA or CPA preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in senior financial roles (e.g., CFO, Finance Director, Senior Advisor)
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic planning
• Familiarity with project-based businesses in construction, real estate, or marine industry is a plus
• Proficiency in Excel, budgeting software, and financial reporting tools
• Strong analytical and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  
  

• Opportunity to shape financial strategy in a fast-growing marine innovation company
• Collaborative team environment with visionary leadership
• Competitive compensation based on experience and role type
  
  

Deals with existing and potential counterparties in Money Market, FX and other approved products in conventional and Islamic formats. Manages the G7 interest sensitivity gap for hedging and liquidity management. Raises market liquidity and works with internal and external stakeholders to enlarge the Bank’s liquidity pools. Enhance P&L and identify new profit opportunities.

Job Context:

Islamic Desk:

The position requires an intimate knowledge in Islamic product lines and of outstanding counterparty contracts, the dealer must be able to execute and trade commodities with brokers in various formats per client agreement and products. The job also entails adding new products and contracts to our Islamic desk and assisting other units to sign new Islamic agreements. An integral role of the position is the dealer’s ability to maintain and enhance liquidity in the Islamic book also the dealer should be aware of new Islamic trends and events in the market.

Conventional Desk:

Managing the G7 liquidity and profit opportunities in all MM and some FX products as well as having knowledge of all relevant economic indicators and market conditions to ensure efficient identification and realisation of profit opportunities. The dealer must have good relationships with established counterparties to ensure good dealing terms and to maintain and increase deposits. The job also includes managing internal funding requirements with all business departments and subsidiaries.

Responsibilities:

• Manages all Islamic MM transactions
• Manages the non-USD G7 book including liquidity and FX swap transactions
• Raises Islamic funds by quoting competitive rates to ABC Islamic as well as ABC Bahrain’s clients as determined per the desk’s guidelines.
• On-boards, tests and manages new Islamic trading and execution platforms to lower costs, improve efficiency and increase profitability.
• Manages the negotiation process of Islamic agreements with new and existing clients for all Islamic products on behalf of the head of the desk.
• Manages and processes funding for H/O and other business units.
• Raises liquidity to fund the G7 book.
• Promotes and builds new Islamic Repo relationships in collaboration with the sales team.
• Identifies new profit opportunities in MM instruments and FX swap in G7 currencies.
• Produces MIS reports for analysis as required.

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of Islamic Structures
• Awareness of current Islamic market and trends
• Intimate knowledge of ABC’s Islamic agreements
• Knowledge of G7 FX markets

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Finance, Business or related discipline
• Other relevant certifications highly desired

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in Treasury, Money Market and Islamic activities
• Thorough experience in on-boarding new Islamic counterparties
• Solid understanding of Islamic Products
• Experience in trading various Treasury products