AVP & Audit Manager, Operations & Support Functions (Emiratization)

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) invites an experienced audit professional to join our Internal Audit team in Abu Dhabi. You will leverage CAATs, dashboards, and data analytics to strengthen control coverage and monitor risk indicators in real time.

Collaborating with Line Managers across IB, WB, and Credit teams, you will train junior colleagues and ensure timely follow-up of audit issues with effective corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or equivalent.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience with an International Bank or Big 4.
• Working knowledge of Corporate Relationship Management & Credit activities and processes.
• Knowledge of bank/audit policies and Central Bank regulations.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize CAATs and data analysis technologies to enhance audit coverage.
• Design and maintain dashboards and automated alerts for real‑time monitoring of control performance.
• Analyze structured and unstructured data sources to detect control gaps.
• Develop and execute continuous monitoring strategies aligned with the bank's risk profile.
• Perform ongoing testing of key controls and risk indicators using automated tools.
• Monitor transactional and operational data to identify anomalies or emerging risks.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training for junior colleagues.
• Act as an Audit Business Partner for Line Managers within IB, WB, and Credit teams.
• Ensure pending audit issues are followed up and corrective actions are implemented.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

CA/CFA/FRM progress towards

Tools

CAATs

Data analytics tools

Dashboard development

Job description

Responsibilities

• Utilize Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) and data analysis technologies to enhance audit coverage
• Design and maintain dashboards and automated alerts for real-time monitoring of control performance
• Analyze structured and unstructured data sources to detect control gaps
• Develop and execute continuous monitoring strategies aligned with the bank's risk profile
• Perform ongoing testing of key controls and risk indicators using automated tools
• Monitor transactional and operational data to identify anomalies or emerging risks
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training for junior colleagues
• Act as an Audit Business Partner for Line Managers within IB, WB, and Credit teams
• Ensure pending audit issues are followed up and corrective actions are implemented

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience with an International Bank or Big 4
• Working knowledge of Corporate Relationship Management & Credit activities and processes
• Knowledge of bank/audit policies and Central Bank regulations
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-graduate qualification or progress towards CA, CFA, or FRM certification
• Prior Internal Audit experience

About the Company

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages.