Head of Operational Risk & Control

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) seeks a Vice President for Operational Internal Control & Governance to lead the risk framework within Group Operations and Credit Administration. You will plan, direct, and oversee risk assessments, controls, and governance processes, partnering with senior leadership to strengthen risk posture and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strategic, hands-on leader capable of building high-performing teams, delivering KPIs, and fostering a risk-aware culture

Qualifications

• Experience in operational risk management and control within financial services.
• Strong regulatory knowledge and industry best practices in operational risk.
• Proven leadership with ability to influence at executive level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across diverse audiences.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage risk management strategies to safeguard assets and reputation.
• Design and execute control frameworks to ensure regulatory and policy compliance.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align risk appetite with business objectives.
• Provide strategic direction for risk metrics and KPIs.
• Promote risk awareness through training and education programs.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and control evaluations to identify emerging risks.
• Drive continuous improvement of operational processes to reduce risk exposure.
• Report to Head of OICG & APM on department state and activities.
• Assist Head of OICG & APM in recruitment for OICG department.
• Oversee performance evaluations of OICG staff.
• Govern implementation of policies and controls across the department.
• Ensure compliance with organization values and ethics.
• Implement tools for continuous improvement and sustainability of processes.
• Ensure compliance with AML, Central Bank guidelines, and internal procedures.
• Authorized to take decisions per authorization matrix.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Risk management

Regulatory knowledge

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) seeks a Vice President for Operational Internal Control & Governance to lead the risk framework within Group Operations and Credit Administration. You will plan, direct, and oversee risk assessments, controls, and governance processes, partnering with senior leadership to strengthen risk posture and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strategic, hands-on leader capable of building high-performing teams, delivering KPIs, and fostering a risk-aware culture