Vice President - Screening Manager - Financial Institution

Our client is a leading specialist financial institution renowned for its regulatory focus, innovation-driven approach, and inclusive culture, the financial services sector for the role of Vice President - Screening Manager, to join their team in Mumbai.

Some of the key responsibilities will include:

- Lead and manage the screening operations team to ensure efficient delivery of PEP, sanctions, and adverse media screening across the client base.

- Act as deputy to the Head of Screening & Monitoring, providing operational oversight and strategic input.

- Develop, implement, and enhance screening policies, procedures, and controls to meet regulatory requirements.

- Review and approve escalations, ensuring accurate risk assessment and timely resolution.

- Monitor operational performance against SLAs and KPIs, implementing improvement initiatives as needed.

- Provide training, coaching, and development for team members to maintain high-quality output.

- Collaborate with compliance, risk, and technology teams to improve screening systems and workflows.

- Ensure compliance with UK regulatory standards.

- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate client reviews.

To be eligible for this role you will require:

- Required 10+ years of relevant experience in financial crime compliance or risk management within the financial services sector.

- Proven track record of managing screening operations, preferably in a leadership role.

- Deep understanding of sanctions regulations, PEP screening, and adverse media processes.

- Strong knowledge of AML / KYC regulations and global compliance frameworks.

- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.

- Ability to interpret regulatory changes and translate them into operational procedures.

- Professional certification such as CAMS or equivalent is desirable.

- Familiarity with UK regulatory frameworks.

- High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.