Operations Officer

Job description / Role

Position Title: Operations Officer – Islamic Bank (2 Vacancies)
Employment Type: Full time
Salary Package: up to 1.2K BHD depending on experience and qualifications plus competitive benefits
Job Location: Bahrain

About the Client:
One of the leading global institutions in Islamic banking in the MENA region.

Job Description:
• Handle daily banking operations, including customer transactions, account maintenance, fund transfers, clearing, and settlements with accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepare, review, and verify operational documents and reports, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Compliance, Finance, IT) to support workflows, resolve issues, and maintain smooth operations.
• Process remittances, trade finance documents, and back-office transactions while safeguarding data confidentiality and record integrity.

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in banking operations or a similar administrative role in Islamic banking or financial sector; Familiarity with Bahrain banking regulations and Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) guidelines is an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of SWIFT, SafeWatch, and core banking systems (preferably iMal), with a strong understanding of international payment methods and related regulatory requirements.
• Solid grasp of compliance standards (AML, KYC, OFAC, FATF) and extensive experience in Trade Finance Operations, Money Market Transactions, and NOSTRO/VOSTRO account management.

Salary:
BHD 1,200 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa.