Career Opportunities at BML



Job Responsibilities:

•  Review & supervises Trade related and Personal Remittances activities from the perspective of Money Laundering and Sanctions Screening

•  Conduct sanctions screening for all the parties involved in all transaction of Trade, Bank Guarantees and Foreign Remittances as per the process defined in SOP for sanctions screening for inward/outward remittances & foreign trade transactions

•  Conduct sanction screening of EFE, MFE, EIF and MIF before certification/issuance

•  Ensuring transactions from/to high risk countries or countries prohibited as per Compliance AML/CFT/CPF Policy are not executed and referred to Unit Head – AML for further review

•  Check the involvement of related / unrelated third parties

•  Check transactions where port of discharge of goods is different from beneficiary’s country

•  Price verification of all trade related transactions manually through various websites

•  Description of Item / products / goods in specific trade transactions shall be checked against the list of HS codes provided by the GOP, in order to ensure that no items that are prohibited / banned / restricted get shipped

Department:

Compliance Division

Qualification:

•  A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an HEC-recognized university

•  Master’s Degree is a Plus

Certification:

•  Special Certification(s) in related field is preferred

Job Experience:

06 – 08 years of relevant experience with Islamic Banking exposure

Skills:

•  Strong understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations, and Sanctions Screening processes across Trade and Remittance operations

•  Skilled in reviewing Trade, Foreign Remittance, and Bank Guarantee transactions to identify potential TBML risks, third-party involvement, and unusual transactional patterns

•  Experience in identifying and escalating transactions involving high-risk or prohibited jurisdictions, ensuring strict adherence to internal compliance policies

•  Capable of conducting manual price verification and matching goods descriptions against HS codes to detect restricted, banned, or misclassified items in trade

•  Excellent analytical and communication skills with proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), complemented by strong reporting and presentation abilities

Location:

Head Office, Karachi

Application Deadline:

06-Apr-2025

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Job Responsibilities:

•  Partner with leadership to drive HR strategies that support business objectives and organizational growth

•  Support recruitment, succession planning, and leadership development to ensure top talent acquisition and retention

•  Advise managers and employees on resolving workplace issues and ensure policy consistency and legal compliance

•  Manage performance review cycles and coach managers in setting clear goals and providing constructive feedback

•  Guide the development and implementation of PIPs for underperforming employees, set improvement goals, and monitor progress. Ensure fairness and compliance during the process

•  Collaborate on competitive salary structures and support managers in implementing compensation strategies

•  Analyze HR data to provide insights into trends such as turnover, employee engagement, and performance

•  Ensure compliance with labor laws and industry standards, and mitigate HR-related risks

•  Lead initiatives to boost employee morale, foster collaboration, and enhance retention

•  Support the business during organizational changes and ensure smooth transitions

Department:

Human Resources Division

Qualification:

•  Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field (Master's or HR certification preferred)

Certification:

•  Special Certification(s) in related field is preferred

Job Experience:

6-8 years of HR Business Partnering experience in the banking/financial services sector, with a focus on employee relations, performance management, and HR strategy

Skills:

•  Ability to align HR practices with business goals and manage change

•  Works well with cross-functional teams and uses data to inform decisions

Location:

Head Office, Karachi

Application Deadline:

13-Apr-2025

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Job Responsibilities:

•  Develop and implement effective strategies to attract and hire top talent for support functions, ensuring the recruitment process aligns with the bank’s objectives and culture

•  Collaborate with department heads and HR leadership to forecast hiring needs and create recruitment plans that meet business objectives

•  Lead the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing and screening candidates to conducting interviews and extending offers

•  Ensure a smooth and efficient recruitment process, delivering high-quality candidates within established timelines

•  Develop and execute strategies for sourcing candidates through multiple channels including job boards, social media, recruitment agencies, and networking events

•  Manage and oversee campus recruitment programs, internships, and other hiring programs to build a strong talent pipeline for future hiring needs

•  Partner with hiring managers across departments to understand job requirements and provide recruitment guidance

•  Provide insights and regular updates to senior management on recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality of hire

•  Ensure a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear communication throughout the recruitment process

•  Promote Bank Makramah’s employer brand to attract top talent by participating in career fairs, networking events, and enhancing the bank's online presence

•  Mentor and guide junior team members in the Talent Acquisition team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment

•  Provide training on best practices, tools, and techniques in recruitment.

Department:

Human Resources Division

Qualification:

•  A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an HEC-recognized university

Certification:

•  Special Certification(s) in related field is preferred

Job Experience:

Minimum 6 years of proven experience in talent acquisition, preferably with a focus on support functions and program hiring. Experience in the banking or financial services industry is a plus

Skills:

•  Strong leadership and team-building skills

•  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle high volumes of recruitment

•  A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement

Location:

Head Office, Karachi

Application Deadline:

13-Apr-2025

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Job Responsibilities:

•  Assist Head Operational Risk in identifying, assessing, monitoring & reporting Operational Risks across all business and functions

•  Conduct bank-wide Risk & Controls Self-Assessment (RCSA) exercises, prepare workshop plans, and coordinate with stakeholders for meetings

•  Review policies and procedures of departments/business functions for which the RCSA is being conducted

•  Identification of inherent risks in each process during RCSA exercise & assist in creating operational risk awareness/culture across the bank

•  Collect and analyze Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to effectively monitor and assess operational risks

•  Analyze and compile Operational Loss Data Collection (OLDC) to identify and assess potential and actual operational losses

•  Assist in conducting Business Continuity Plan (BCP) test at regular intervals

•  Provide trainings / awareness sessions of ORM, Green Banking and BCP to BML staff members nominated by HR

•  Report Green Banking data to SBP quarterly in accordance with SBP Green Banking guidelines

•  Assist in preparation of operational risk dash boards, presentations and coordinate with different units for preparing Operational Risk Data Pack for Senior Management / BRMC quarterly

•  Assist in the annual Internal Audit/SBP inspection by providing data, responding to queries, and addressing initial observations

•  To undertake any other duties as requested by the Line Manager in accordance with the scope and responsibilities of the role

Department:

Risk Management Division

Qualification:

•  A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an HEC-recognized university

Certification:

•  Special Certification(s) in related field is preferred

Job Experience:

1-3 years relevant Experience within banking industry

Skills:

•  Ability to identify, assess, monitor, and report operational risks across business functions

•  – Experience in conducting RCSA exercises, analyzing Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and compiling Operational Loss Data

•  Knowledge of SBP guidelines, Green Banking requirements, and audit/inspection processes

•  Skilled in BCP testing, training staff on risk management, and fostering a risk-aware culture

•  Strong communication skills to collaborate with departments, prepare risk reports, and support senior management

Location:

Head Office, Karachi

Application Deadline:

13-Apr-2025

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