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.