Client Administrator - Independence

As a Client Administrator, you will work closely with Advisory teams and the Risk and Compliance Team at BDO UAE to facilitate the conflict mitigation and adherence to standards of ethics and maintaining high standards of client service and regulatory compliance. It is beneficial that the candidate has a background in Compliance with focus on IESBA Code, Independence standards and other ethical requirements.

• Adhere to the highest degree of integrity, professional standards and strict confidentiality.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with the applicable independence standards, promote a culture of integrity and mitigate risk.
• Act as the primary point of contact with the client during the onboarding process, and coordinate with engagement team and the Risk and Compliance Team to effectively ensure that onboarding requirements around conflict of interest are completed and met in compliance with the IESBA Code and BDO Global Standards. These would include.

a) Communicate effectively to gather necessary Client information and documentation from the clients.

b) Collect and verify client information and update the ERP system with up to date Client Information and initiate the conflict of interest prior to a proposal being sent to the client.

c) Liaise with the R&C Team to complete international conflict checks and ensuring effective assessment of any conflicts through communication between the engagement teams and BDO Member Firms.

d) In case of PIE Clients, assess the criteria and ensure that mandatory approvals and restrictions are in place.

e) Assist in preparing the client acceptance form in the ERP system against valid Client Risk Assessment and ensure that all client data is accurate and up to date, prior to the review by the Engagement Manager.

f) Prepare and review legal documents (e.g. Non-Disclosure Agreement, Terms of Business) related to client onboarding

• To have monitoring responsibilities for routine processes and report exceptions to the reporting manager.
• Assist in implementing effective controls within the Advisory Team to ensure that client risks to the firm are captured effectively.
• Keep up to date with developments in Independence rules, IESBA Code updates, and other Global updates to policies and procedures.

Preferred candidate profile

• Education: Bachelors degree in business administration, Commerce, Accounting, or Law is a minimum requirement. Candidate specialized degree, such as a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or certifications like CFE (preferred).
• Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot issues and find practical solutions.
• Any other compliance certification is encouraged

Key Competencies

• Self-driven and ethical
• Able to think risk be skeptical
• Effectively manage time, projects and resources
• Quick learner
• Team player
• Excellent communication and people skills