Team Leader Internal Audit

First Abu Dhabi Bank

Plan and execute end-to-end audits for Wholesale Banking, Investment Banking, GCF, GTB, and related credit portfolios

Ensure audits align with the Annual Audit Plan and meet required timelines and quality standards

Maintain the Audit Universe and risk assessments for all relevant business units

Review governance, risk management practices, operational controls, and product processes

Evaluate reliability, integrity, and availability of data and transaction processing

Assess safeguarding of assets and efficiency of resource utilization

Identify gaps and propose enhancements to the internal control environment

Review audit reports prepared by auditors, finalize findings, and agree action plans with management

Lead audit discussions with stakeholders and ensure timely closure of audit issues

Provide subject matter expertise on GCF, GTB, and credit risk audit areas

Support Head of Audit on special reviews, investigations, and compliance-related assignments

Monitor performance against budgets and report variances

Deliver functional reports aligned with Group policies and standards

Promote teamwork, provide on-the-job coaching, and support knowledge sharing within the audit group

Keep audit plans and working programs updated based on regulatory changes and global best practices

Maintain strong business relationships across GCF, GTB, WB, IB Coverage, and Credit teams

Act as Audit Business Partner to senior stakeholders, identifying emerging risks and recommending improvements

Ensure continuous follow-up on pending audit findings and implementation of corrective actions

Prepare MIS dashboards, audit presentations, and audit committee materials

Analyse asset quality, credit classification, provisioning, and early warning mechanisms

Maintain awareness of global economic trends, regulatory developments, and evolving banking practices