Legal Collections Officer

First Abu Dhabi Bank

Job Details
Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking / Mortgage Professionals
Function: Collections
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time

What You ll Do

* Handle assigned legal cases including cheque execution, repossession, civil disputes, and claims against the bank
* Liaise with external law firms to file cases, follow up on progress, and provide required documentation within agreed turnaround times
* Coordinate with collection teams on in-court settlements and legal actions to support recovery efforts
* Attend expert meetings and review legal memos, ensuring accurate updates are provided to stakeholders
* Monitor vendor (law firm) performance, particularly for Abu Dhabi cases, to ensure compliance with service standards
* Update systems, trackers, and legal flags for all allocated cases in a timely manner
* Retrieve and manage original case files according to policies and procedures
* Handle escalations and requests related to collections and provide legal advisory support to recovery teams
* Ensure compliance with bank policies, central bank regulations, and mandatory training requirements

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor s degree in Law, Business, or related discipline
* Minimum 5 years of experience in banking, with strong exposure to collections and legal processes
* Solid knowledge of UAE legal frameworks related to collections, repossessions, and litigation
* Strong vendor management skills with experience coordinating external law firms
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to manage multiple cases under pressure and deliver results within deadlines