AVP & Audit Manager, CCB, IB & Credit at First Abu Dhabi Bank Pjsc

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Audit Management, Credit Risk Management, Investment Banking, Wholesale Banking, Corporate Banking Products, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Assessment, Governance, Data Integrity, Financial Performance Monitoring, People Management, Continuous Improvement, Relationship Management, Special Investigations, Action Plan Development, Knowledge Sharing

Industry

Banking

Description

JOB PURPOSE: Participate as well as lead audits covering the activities and processes of Investment Banking (IB), Wholesale Banking (WB) Coverage, Products and relevant Credit activities across the FAB Group. Experience in Transaction banking and, Credit Risk Management will be an added advantage. Thorough understanding of business/ relationship aspects, corporate banking products, credit risk management and the regulatory environment, both in UAE and other relevant jurisdictions where FAB operates. The role is expected to provide assurance to Management by identifying weaknesses; reporting and escalating significant Audit findings in a timely manner; and agreeing action plans to address the issues raised. Act as the day-to-day contact with Management in IB, WB & Credit Departments influencing change through providing advice. Provide input to SVP / VP & Head of Audit / VP & Senior Audit Manger on issues that have impact on the FAB Group as a whole. Assist in conducting special investigations, reviews, additional tasks as and when required by SVP / VP & Head of Audit. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Strategic Contribution Assisting in the audit of FAB Group’s IB, WB (including Global Transaction Banking and Global Corporate Finance), as well as Credit and Credit Risk related functions and related activities in the UAE and across the international network (functional). Ensure that business, product, and credit audits are conducted in accordance with the objectives laid down in the Annual Plan and ensure that the work program is completed in an efficient and effective manner on or ahead of schedule. Inform Head of Audit of any potential delays and/or changes to the Annual Plan. People Management In undertaking audits: Provide guidance and on the job training for junior colleagues and conduct knowledge sharing to facilitate achievement of team objectives and completion of tasks in an efficient manner which is consistent with operating procedures and policy. Promote the organisation’s values and ethics in all activities within the team to support the establishment of a value driven culture within the bank. Budgeting and Financial Performance Monitor the financial performance of given areas of activities versus budgets and ensure all activities are carried out in line with the approved guidelines while promptly reporting on any variances to management. Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures Execute to established GIA Policies, Guidance Notes, Procedures and Practice Notes in undertaking all tasks. Provide input to the development of GIA practices as per industry standards and regulatory expectations. Review all the activities of the Units within IB and WB portfolio and credit & credit risk related activities in all the jurisdictions in which they operates to define and maintain the Audit Universe. Coordinate with other teams to ensure efficient and effective coverage. Prepare and maintain a Risk Assessment of each of the Process Streams within the IB, WB & Credit Portfolio and applicable subsidiaries (e.g., international entity) as identified in the Audit Universe. In this respect, work with the businesses to promote periodic self-assessment of risks and controls. Establish/update and maintain Audit programs in the central audit management tool. Conduct audits of the Processes within the IB, WB & Credit and assess if: Divisional/Unit Line management have identified and classified the risks in their activities. Governance, risk management and control procedures are adequate, effective and efficient to reduce risks of errors, omissions and loss to acceptable levels at an acceptable cost. Improvements/enhancements to the governance, risk management and internal control structure are required. Data and transaction processing meets the required standards of reliability, integrity and availability. The Division’s/Unit’s assets are being safeguarded. The use of resources is efficient and effective. Draft audit worksheets/ audit report submitted by auditors are properly reviewed and finalized. Audit Worksheets/Audit report is discussed and finalized with GIA management/client within 3 weeks of completion of fieldwork. Negotiate with Unit management to agree a documented Management Action Plan to resolve the issues raised. Continuous Improvement Lead the identification of change through continuous improvement of processes and practices considering global standards and changes in the business environment which demand proactive action plans. Relationship Management Develop and maintain effective business relationships with all relevant external/internal entities and stakeholders with the highest standards of business ethics, whilst promptly attending to all critical issues in-order to ensure the services required by the organisation are delivered in the most effective manner. Act as the Audit Business Partner for Line Managers within IB, WB & Credit teams and actively manage the relationship through regular meetings with Line Managers to promote this concept and identify emerging risks. Such meetings should also be used to discuss any material gaps between audit assessment or risks and controls and the businesses’ self-assessment. Ongoing consultancy/advice is provided to Unit management from a governance, risk management and control perspective for improvements in their processes to ensure effective and efficient controls, on the basis of market best practices. On an ongoing basis, ensure pending audit issues are followed up with Unit management and that all corrective actions are fully and properly implemented. Conduct any investigations/special reviews assigned by Head of Audit/GCAO. Reporting Ensure that all functional reports are prepared timely and accurately and meet Group requirements, policies and quality standards.

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Responsibilities

Lead audits covering Investment Banking, Wholesale Banking, and Credit activities, providing assurance to management by identifying weaknesses and reporting significant findings. Act as the day-to-day contact with management, influencing change and conducting special investigations as required.