Credit Administration Officer

First Abu Dhabi Bank

Job Title
Credit Administration Officer - Limit Control and Sanction Support - First Abu Dhabi Bank Dubai
Job Description
Credit Administration Officer - Limit Control and Sanction Support - First Abu Dhabi Bank Dubai

Role Summary
Join First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the Middle East s most prestigious bank, as a Credit Administration Officer based in Dubai. In this critical role within the Group Credit division, you ll be responsible for managing credit limit processing, facility offer letters, term loan entries, and documentation support for corporate and investment banking clients across UAE and international branches. The role ensures accurate execution of sanctioned limits while upholding compliance with FAB policies and regulatory frameworks.

Job Details
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Banking
Function: Banking / Mortgage Professionals
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full time

What You ll Do

* Process credit limits, loans, facility offer letters, payment certificates, write-offs, interest suspensions, lien releases, and related credit support activities
* Ensure data accuracy and compliance during credit entry into internal systems (GLCMS, ADI/ACI/GDI/GCI)
* Prepare internal memos, liability certificates, and credit rating updates as required
* Maintain proper document archival and unit activity trackers, ensuring operational housekeeping standards
* Liaise proactively with stakeholders across credit units, documentation teams, and RM groups
* Ensure strict adherence to SOPs, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and regulatory guidelines
* Identify process improvements, assist in SOP documentation, and participate in departmental projects
* Uphold risk reporting discipline including Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and operational near-miss tracking
* Support internal and external audits with satisfactory ratings and no breaches
* Assist in maintaining effective backup plans, continuity procedures, and compliance reporting

Candidate Requirements

* Bachelor s degree in Finance, Business, or related discipline
* 3 5 years of experience in corporate credit administration and limit control within a banking institution
* Strong understanding of local and foreign currency facilities, funded/unfunded structures, and related documentation
* Familiarity with banking systems used for credit processing and reporting
* Excellent stakeholder management, risk awareness, and process improvement orientation
* High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to deliver under pressure
* Strong written and verbal communication skills