AVP & Audit Manager, Transformation and Portfolio Management

Job Description

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AVP & Audit Manager, Transformation and Portfolio Management

Job Purpose

Participate as well as lead audits covering the activities and processes of Group Technology and Information Security across the FAB Group. Provide a thorough understanding of business‑relationship aspects, technology and information security control dynamics, risk management processes and the regulatory environment, both in the UAE and other jurisdictions where FAB operates. Deliver assurance to management by identifying weaknesses, reporting and escalating significant audit findings in a timely manner, and agreeing action plans to address the issues raised. Act as the day‑to‑day contact with management in Group Technology and Information Security departments, influencing change through advice, and provide input to senior audit leaders on issues impacting the FAB Group as a whole. Assist in special investigations, reviews and additional tasks as required by EVP/SVP/VP & Head of Audit.

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Contribution

• Assist in auditing FAB Group’s technology and information security functions and related activities in the UAE and across the international network (functional).
• Ensure technology and information security audits are conducted in accordance with the objectives laid out in the Annual Plan and completed efficiently and effectively, informing the Head of Audit of any potential delays or changes to the Annual Plan.

People Management

• Provide guidance and on‑the‑job training for junior colleagues, conduct knowledge sharing, and promote the organisation’s values and ethics to support a value‑driven culture.

Budgeting and Financial Performance

• Monitor the financial performance of activities against budgets, ensuring adherence to approved guidelines and promptly reporting any variances to management.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Execute established GIA policies, guidance notes, procedures and practice notes in all tasks.
• Review activities of units within the Group Technology and Information Security portfolio, defining and maintaining the audit universe and coordinating coverage with other teams.
• Prepare and maintain risk assessments for each process stream within Group Technology and applicable subsidiaries, promoting periodic self‑assessment of risks and controls.
• Establish/update audit programs in the central audit management tool.
• Conduct audits of processes within Group Technology and information security, assessing classification of risks, adequacy of governance, risk management and controls, improvements required, data integrity, asset safeguarding, efficient use of resources, and timely review of audit worksheets/reports.
• Advise on management action plans and negotiate documented plans to resolve issues raised.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead identification of change through continuous improvement of processes and practices, considering global standards and evolving business demands.

Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring highest standards of ethics and responding promptly to critical issues.
• Act as the Audit Business Partner for line managers, managing relationships through regular meetings and discussing emerging risks, governance gaps, and control improvements.
• Provide ongoing consultancy/advice on governance, risk management and control improvements.
• Oversee follow‑up of pending audit issues and ensure corrective actions are fully implemented.
• Conduct investigations and special reviews assigned by Head of Audit/GCAO.

Reporting

• Ensure all functional reports are prepared on time, accurately, and meet Group requirements, policies and quality standards.

Seniority Level

• Executive

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Banking

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2026-05-25 15:53:14