Manager - Court Orders Management

ADIB - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent banking institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Manager for Court Orders Management. This role involves ensuring compliance with court orders, managing risks, and leading a team responsible for legal instructions. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of banking regulations and previous experience in legal compliance. This position offers a chance to engage in a dynamic banking environment focused on regulatory adherence and team development.

Qualifications

• Experience in legal compliance within the banking sector.
• Proven track record in managing court orders.
• Ability to lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with court orders and regulations.
• Manage risks associated with court instructions.
• Lead the team for efficient handling of legal matters.
• Collaborate with internal departments to integrate compliance.

Skills

Strong understanding of banking regulations

Leadership capabilities

Digital transformation experience

Relationship management with authorities

Cross-functional project management

Job description

Manager - Court Orders Management Job Description

Role : Manager - Court Orders Management

Location : Abu Dhabi

Role Purpose : The role's purpose is to ensure effective Legal compliance and Court Orders Management. The Senior Manager role specifically handles court instructions and Central Bank requirements, playing a critical role in ensuring the bank's compliance with legal and regulatory demands.

Key Accountabilities of the role

Legal compliance and Court Orders Management :

• Ensure that the bank complies with all court orders, including freezing accounts, facilitating asset recovery, or other judicial instructions.
• Oversee the execution of court-related directives, ensuring they are implemented accurately and within prescribed deadlines.
• Act as the liaison between the bank and the courts, ensuring smooth communication and compliance with all legal obligations.

Coordination with Central Bank :

• Ensure that all Central Bank of the UAE regulations and instructions are followed, particularly those related to court matters such as asset freezing or unfreezing, customer account scrutiny, and other legal obligations.
• Keep up to date with Central Bank circulars and notices to ensure the bank remains compliant with new rules or amendments related to court and regulatory instructions.

Risk Management and Mitigation :

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with court orders and regulatory instructions, ensuring the bank's reputation and legal standing are protected.
• Ensure that the bank avoids legal penalties, sanctions, or reputational damage by complying with all relevant judicial and regulatory processes.

Team Leadership and Management :

• Lead the Courts team responsible for handling all legal instructions from courts, guiding them on efficient processes for handling sensitive legal matters.
• Ensure proper training and upskilling of team members on legal protocols, court orders, and compliance with the Central Bank's guidelines.

Collaboration with Internal Departments :

• Work closely with legal, compliance, risk, operations, and other relevant departments to ensure all court and regulatory requirements are fully integrated into the bank's processes.
• Coordinate between different units to ensure legal instructions are handled properly across the bank's various functions.

Reporting and Documentation :

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to the courts, Central Bank, and internal stakeholders regarding the status of court orders and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain records of all court-related actions, ensuring they are properly documented for future reference and audits.

Policy Development and Implementation :

• Develop and enforce policies and procedures that ensure compliance with court orders and Central Bank regulations, adapting them as needed to accommodate new legal frameworks or regulatory changes.

Specialist Skills / Technical Knowledge Required for this role :

• Strong understanding of banking regulations, legal frameworks, and the court system within the UAE, along with leadership capabilities to manage both people and processes effectively.
• Lead the digital transformation of courts' automation of the Court Case Management System.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key authorities including courts and regulators.
• Work with internal and external legal advisors on complex regulatory and documentation issues, overseeing official correspondence submissions.
• Oversee the bank's approach to strategic technology initiatives, ensuring platform alignment with regulatory frameworks and driving automation to improve turnaround time and efficiency.
• Manage projects and cross-functional IT and operations projects, ensuring scope, timelines, and budgets are met while integrating performance and risk metrics.