Senior Auditor, Operations- Shared Services Audit

Overview

The organization is seeking a professional to lead and execute risk-based Operations and Regulatory audits across the bank. This role focuses on Operations Risk Management (ORM), Third-Party Risk, AML and Sanctions compliance, and regulatory expectations.

This position drives assurance over complex operational processes by evaluating control effectiveness, ensuring compliance with CBUAE and international regulations, and strengthening risk management practices through audit methodologies and analytics.

Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Execution

• Plan and execute risk-based audits, investigations, and thematic reviews across operations domains.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls, identify gaps, and risk-rate findings.
• Lead audit delivery to ensure quality, timelines, and adherence to audit standards.

Regulatory & Compliance Assurance

• Provide independent assurance over AML, Sanctions, Third-Party Risk, and ORM frameworks.
• Assess compliance with CBUAE and international regulatory requirements.
• Support regulatory engagements and ensure timely closure of regulatory observations.

Risk Assessment & Analytics

• Perform end-to-end risk assessments across operational processes and identify composite risks.
• Leverage audit analytics, continuous auditing tools, and RegTech capabilities to enhance coverage and efficiency.
• Identify emerging risks through proactive monitoring and stakeholder engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with Heads, business units, and risk teams to drive timely risk remediation.
• Influence stakeholders and secure agreement on action plans and control improvements.
• Provide advisory support on process improvement and product development initiatives.

Reporting & Governance

• Prepare and present high-quality audit reports for senior management.
• Ensure findings are clear, risk-focused, and aligned to regulatory expectations.
• Support Board and senior management reporting where required.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Operations / Internal Audit within banking.
• Strong exposure to AML, Sanctions, ORM, and Regulatory Compliance audits.
• Knowledge of RegTech, audit analytics, and continuous auditing tools.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CBUAE or similar regulatory frameworks.
• Professional certifications such as CIA / CPA / ACAMS / CISA.

Compensation & Benefits

Not specified in the provided job description.

Location

Not specified in the provided job description.