Audit Head

3 weeks ago


Manama, Bahrain Talent Pal Full time

**Job Purpose**:
To support Group Audit in providing an independent opinion to Senior Management and the Audit Committee on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. It includes:
Delivery of audit assignments as per the annual plan and scope or ad-hoc requests

Providing ongoing auditable entity risk assessment and input to the annual audit plan

Managing relationships within the organization and/or external parties

Provide independent advisory to business, project, working groups and governance committees

Principal Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Deliverables of Role:
Group Chief Operating Officer (Group Information Technology, Group Cyber & Information Security and Group Business Continuity Management);
Group Operational Risk Management (including IT Risk)

Digital Businesses & Channels

In addition, the job includes responsibilities as the Audit Relationship Manager for:
ila Bank - key liaison and coordination of the cyclical audit coverage

AFS - overseeing the delivery of the internal audit plan by the Head of Audit of our group partner AFS (Arab Financial Services), a CBB licensed service provider of cards, electronic payments and Fintech solutions.

**Some of the key deliverables are**:
Deputy to the Group Chief Auditor when required

Delivering the annual plan for audit coverage;
Managing the designated audit team;
Managing relationship with key stakeholders e.g. Heads of Function/Department

Supporting on-going tracking, validation and closure of audit issues and associated action plans

Providing independent advisory to business, project and governance committees

Advising the Audit Quality Assurance & Support function on continuous audit process improvement on methodology, practices and supporting technology

Coordinating Group Audit Subject Matter Expert activities related to:
review and feedback on audit approach for scoping, testing, issues and reports to support audit coverage of ABC Units in driving consistency and quality

Knowledge

Subject matter expert (hands-on or auditing) in at least 3 areas enlisted below:
Information Technology (including cloud)

Information & Cyber Security

Business Continuity Management

Digital, Online and Mobile Banking

Personal Data Protection

Operational Risk Management (including IT & Cyber Risks)

Operational Resilience

Strong understanding of banking, corporate governance and the 3 lines of defense model

Excellent spoken and written English language skills

Proficiency in at least one other ABC business language (French, Arabic or Portuguese) would be desirable

Experience with risk-based auditing techniques

Thorough understanding of banking products and services and related risks and controls, in special Corporate Credit, Trade, Treasury, Retail & Digital Banking

Familiar with the regulatory environment under which banks are operating

Familiar with industry best practices and control frameworks

Education / Certifications

University Degree in Technology, Information Security or Risk Management preferred

Post-graduation desirable

Professional Qualification in auditing, technology, information security or risk management is expected

Experience

Minimum 12 years of Audit/Assurance experience, preferably in Banking/Financial Services

Proven experience in the identification and assessment of risks and controls related to Operations & Technology

Familiarity with and exposure to different audit methodologies and with workflow-based audit software

Development and delivery of presentations to senior management and board members

Line Management

Personal attributes

Excellent organizational skills and ability to work proactively without supervision, hands-on attitude

Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills

Strong judgment and decision-making skills

Ability to influence change and instigate process improvement

Ability to lead individuals from diverse backgrounds

Ability to manage conflict and work under pressure

Strong time management and results orientation

Strong interpersonal skills to ensure effective interactions with all levels in the business

Ability to speak confidently to senior stakeholders

Flexible and positive approach to work, ‘can do’ attitude



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