Bank Jobs in Muzaffarabad 2026 - Group Head Compliance

About the role

A bank with a growing network invites applications from seasoned career bankers for the executive role of Group Head – Compliance Adherence Group. The position is based at the bank's Head Office in Muzaffarabad, AJK.

The Group Head will provide effective oversight and ensure robust governance, risk management, regulatory compliance and adherence to the bank's approved policies, procedures and regulatory requirements across the relevant functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Risk Management, Compliance and Credit Administration functions.

• Ensure effective implementation and monitoring of the bank's risk management framework.

• Oversee regulatory and compliance risk management, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, rules, regulations and directives issued by the State Bank of Pakistan and other regulatory authorities.

• Ensure effective credit administration, monitoring and control mechanisms in accordance with approved policies and regulatory requirements.

• Strengthen the bank's governance, internal controls and compliance culture.

• Identify emerging risks and compliance issues, and ensure timely corrective and preventive measures.

• Review and monitor significant risk, compliance and credit-related matters, advising Senior Management and Board Committees as appropriate.

• Ensure coordination and effective communication among the three divisions and other relevant functions of the bank.

• Promote accountability, transparency, risk awareness and regulatory adherence.

Posts and vacancies

• Group Head – Compliance Adherence Group

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following qualification and experience requirements:

• A minimum graduate qualification or equivalent from a local or foreign university or institute recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), or a local or international professional qualification or certification.

• At least 10 years of leadership and management experience, including at least seven years in EVP grade, preferably in banking or Development Finance Institutions (DFIs).

• At least 15 years of exclusive experience in different banks or DFIs.

• Experience at senior management level in a regulated banking institution is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of banking laws, prudential regulations, the regulatory framework, risk management practices, compliance requirements and credit administration.

• Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning, analytical and decision-making capabilities.

For permanent induction, the maximum age is 42 years at the time of application. For contractual induction, the maximum age is 57 years at the time of application.

Applicants must meet the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Fit and Proper Criteria Test.

How to apply

Interested and eligible candidates should email a detailed CV, relevant credentials and a brief statement of interest to career@mh9.biz.

Important dates

Applications must be submitted within 15 days of publication, making the closing date 28 November 2026.