Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank Ltd, one of the leading National Level Development Banks guided by the vision of "Most Trusted Bank "having 103 branches across the Nation is seeking applications from highly motivated, energetic and result oriented Nepali Citizens to work for the following position:
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Head - Compliance Department: Senior Manager / Manager / Deputy Manager (1)

Location: Head Office

Job Purpose:

Head - Compliance is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Bank’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) programs. The role ensure compliance with local and international regulatory requirements, conduct risk assessments, and monitor suspicious transactions. The role involves reporting to regulatory bodies and advising senior management on compliance and financial crime risk.

Key Responsibilities

1. AML/CFT Strategy and Governance

• Develop and implement an enterprise-wide AML/CFT compliance framework aligned with regulatory expectations and best practices.
• Oversee the formulation of policies, procedures, and programs to detect, prevent, and report money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes.
• Ensure continuous enhancement of risk-based AML/CFT approaches across all business lines and geographies.

2. Regulatory Compliance Management

• Ensure full compliance with all applicable laws, directives, circulars, and guidelines issued by regulators such as NRB, FIU, and international bodies (FATF, Basel, etc.).
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies on AML/CFT and compliance matters.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely regulatory reports, including STRs and CTRs, to the FIU.

3. Transaction Monitoring & Investigation

• Supervise the deployment and optimization of automated transaction monitoring systems.
• Lead case reviews, investigations, and the decision-making process on STRs and potential breaches.
• Oversee customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and ongoing monitoring of high-risk accounts.

4. Policy Development & Risk Assessment

• Lead enterprise-wide compliance risk assessments, including AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions, and PEP exposure.
• Design and update internal compliance policies and manuals in line with evolving regulatory expectations and risk assessments.
• Guide business units in embedding AML/CFT controls in product design and customer onboarding processes.

5. Training, Culture & Awareness

• Build a strong compliance culture through regular training, communication, and awareness programs across all staff levels.
• Ensure senior management and board awareness of key AML/CFT risks and compliance obligations.
• Cultivate an ethical, zero-tolerance approach to non-compliance.

6. Internal Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with business, risk, internal audit, IT, and legal departments to ensure effective enterprise-wide compliance.
• Advise senior management and board committees on critical compliance risks and emerging threats.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, FIU, and peer institutions for knowledge sharing and best practices.

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Key Competencies

• Regulatory Expertise: In-depth understanding of AML/CFT regulations, FATF standards, and Nepalese financial laws.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess complex data for potential money laundering risks and develop strategic responses.
• Leadership: Skilled at leading multidisciplinary compliance teams and fostering a culture of integrity.
• Technology Proficiency: Experience in compliance system implementation and data analytics for financial crime detection.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication for engaging with regulators, senior management, and staff.
• Risk Awareness: Sound knowledge of compliance risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Discretion & Integrity: High ethical standards and confidentiality in handling sensitive compliance matters.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• % of high-risk customer reviews completed on time
• Number of STRs/CTRs filed and acted upon timely
• Reduction in regulatory breaches and penalties
• Average resolution time for alerts/investigations
• Staff compliance training coverage and pass rate
• Regulatory inspection outcomes (e.g., zero major findings)
• System coverage of automated transaction monitoring
• Effectiveness of KYC/CDD/EDD compliance rate

Qualification:

• CA / Masters’ degree in Management or equivalent from the recognized university with second division or above.

Experience:

• For Senior Manager Position: Minimum 10 years of experience in Commercial or National Level Development Banks with at least 6 years of experience in related job functions.
• For Manager Position: Minimum 8 years of experience in Commercial or National Level Development Banks with at least 5 years of experience in related job functions.
• For Deputy Manager: Minimum 7 years of experience in Commercial or National Level Development Banks with at least 4 years of experience in related job functions.
• Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in their most recent position, and the last-held position must be at least at the level of Senior Officer in a Commercial Bank or Assistant Manager in a National Level Development Bank.

Age Criteria:

Age not less than 25 years as of vacancy deadline.

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Information Technology Department: System Administrator – Cloud, Windows & Linux Infrastructure: Officer / Junior Officer (1)

Location: Head Office

Job Specification:

Highly skilled System Administrator to manage, secure, and optimize our IT infrastructure. The role requires solid experience in Windows and Linux server administration, virtualization, cloud platforms, networking, and security.

Key Responsibilities:

Server Administration (Windows & Linux):

• Manage and troubleshoot Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and GPOs.
• Administer Linux servers (CentOS, RHEL, Ubuntu) and windows based systems.
• Mount and manage enterprise server (e.g., DELL, IBM, LENEVO).
• Mount and manage enterprise storage (e.g., DELL EMC NAS, RAID).
• Automate system tasks using PowerShell, Bash, and Ansible.

Virtualization & Cloud Platforms:

• Deploy and maintain infrastructure using VMware, KVM, Nutanix, Oracle Cloud, OpenStack.
• Disaster recovery planning and cloud backups.
• Research, deploy, and maintain IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS like platforms.

Network Administration (Preferred):

• Configure and monitor Cisco, Fortinet, Huawei, and Palo Alto firewalls, routers, and switches.
• Manage VPNs, NAT, BGP, and SD-WAN infrastructure.
• Support both L2 and L3 network setups.

Containers & DevOps Tools:

• Deploy and manage Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes environments.
• Familiar with Open Shift, CI/CD pipelines, and version control using Git.

Security & Monitoring:

• Perform server and network hardening (Windows/Linux).
• Manage IPS/IDS (e.g SIEM), endpoint protection, and SSL.
• Develop and manage monitoring scripts and alerts.
• Manage and configure zabbix or equivalent monitoring system.

Minimum Required Experience:

3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in:

• System administration (Windows and Linux)
• Virtualization and container platforms
• Network configuration and firewall management
• Cloud-based infrastructure (AWS or equivalent)
• Automation and monitoring tool

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Minimum Required Certifications:

To be considered for this role, candidates must possess at least three of the following certifications:

1. Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
2. Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals (or equivalent)
3. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
4. Google IT Support Professional Certificate
5. IBM or DELL or Linux Systems Certificate
6. Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) – Training Completed or In Progress
7. Ansible Automation Certification – Intermediate level
8. Virtualization Technology ( e.g VMware , Open shift etc) 

Preferred Certifications:

• Kubernetes CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
• Linux Foundation LFCA or LFCS
• Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH) – Trained or Certified
• Cisco,Palo Alto or Sophos or fortinet Firewall Certification

 Qualification:   

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology (BSc. CSIT, BCA, BIT, BE Computer, BIM, BSc. ICT) from a recognized university.

Age Critera:

Officer Level: Age not less than 21 years and not exceeding 40 years as of vacancy deadline.

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Information Technology Department: System Support: Supervisor / Senior Assistant / Assistant (Few)

Location: Head Office

Job Profile:

This position supports the organizations IT infrastructure by assisting in the configuration, maintenance, and management of computer systems, servers, networks and associated hardware and software. This role involves providing technical support, troubleshooting issues and ensuring stability and end user technical support.   

Qualification:   

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology (BSc. CSIT, BCA, BIT, BE Computer, BIM, BSc. ICT) from a recognized university

Experience:    

Knowledge on computer hardware and software maintenance and troubleshooting or having equivalent certification. Candidates must have Knowledge of windows or mac OS operating system.

Age Critera:

Assistant Level: Age not less than 18 years and not exceeding 35 years as of vacancy deadline.
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