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.