Assistant Vice President - Auditor.Shared services_Audit

Job Purpose

Lead and execute risk-based Operations and Regulatory audits across the Bank, with a focus on Operations Risk Management (ORM), Third-Party Risk, AML and Sanctions compliance, and regulatory expectations.

Job Description

Audit Leadership & Execution

• Plan and execute risk-based audits, investigations, and thematic reviews across operations domains.
• Evaluate design and effectiveness of controls, identify gaps, and risk-rate findings.
• Lead audit delivery ensuring quality, timelines, and adherence to audit standards.

Regulatory & Compliance Assurance

• Provide independent assurance over AML, Sanctions, Third-Party Risk, and ORM frameworks.
• Assess compliance with CBUAE and international regulatory requirements.
• Support regulatory engagements and ensure timely closure of regulatory observations.

Risk Assessment & Analytics

• Perform end-to-end risk assessments across operational processes and identify composite risks.
• Leverage audit analytics, continuous auditing tools, and RegTech capabilities to enhance coverage and efficiency.
• Identify emerging risks through proactive monitoring and stakeholder engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with Heads, business units, and risk teams to drive timely risk remediation.
• Influence stakeholders and secure agreement on action plans and control improvements.
• Provide advisory support on process improvement and product development initiatives.

Reporting & Governance

• Prepare and present high-quality audit reports for senior management.
• Ensure findings are clear, risk-focused, and aligned to regulatory expectations.
• Support Board / senior management reporting where required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Operations / Internal Audit within banking.
• Strong exposure to AML, Sanctions, ORM, and Regulatory Compliance audits.
• Experience with CBUAE or similar regulatory frameworks preferred.
• Knowledge of RegTech, audit analytics, and continuous auditing tools.
• Professional certifications such as CIA / CPA / ACAMS / CISA preferred.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.