Risk Management Specialist

6 days ago


Manama, Manama, Bahrain Bank ABC Full time
Job Description

The Risk Management Specialist - Retail Banking role at Bank ABC is a critical position within the Group Audit Department, based in our Head Office in Bahrain. This senior-level position involves planning and executing audits and reviews of ila bank and Group Retail to provide Senior Management with independent, objective feedback on the control framework's design adequacy and operating effectiveness.

Key responsibilities include performing risk assessments, audit planning, and adhering to local regulatory requirements across various risk domains, such as business conduct, credit risk, and financial crime. The Senior Auditor will cover audit responsibilities both locally and in the MENA region, reporting to the Audit Head of ila Bank and Group Retail Banking.

About Us

Bank ABC seeks to recruit a skilled professional to join its team as a Risk Management Specialist - Retail Banking. This role is a great opportunity for an individual who wants to make a significant impact in the banking industry and contribute to the success of Bank ABC.

Your Responsibilities

As a Risk Management Specialist - Retail Banking, you will be responsible for:
  • Performing continuous business monitoring over ila bank's strategy, performance, new products & services, and risk profile.
  • Supporting the preparation of ila bank's risk-based Annual Internal Audit Plan.
  • Supporting the delivery of the approved Annual Internal Audit Plan, which entails developing risk & control Matrix and testing strategy & Programs.
  • Planning the scope of individual assignments, ensuring work is captured within the GRC tool, producing, and discussing audit issues.
  • Communicating the result of Internal Audit assignments to Senior Management.
  • Maintaining adequate records and evidence of the assignments performed, including the evaluations made during assignments, in accordance with professional Internal Audit standards.
  • Liaising with the ila bank's External Audit firm as and when required.
  • Monitoring the resolution of Internal Audit issues by the Bank's Senior Management.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need to have:
  • At least 10 years' Internal Audit experience within the Banking / Financial Services industry, preferably with retail & digital banking products and services (multi-national experience preferred).
  • Bachelor's degree preferably in finance, economics, accounting, banking, auditing, management, or related subjects.
  • Professional certification (preferable) such as CIA or working towards this.
  • Post graduate degree and/or professional qualifications are desirable.
  • Strong understanding of Information & Cyber Security, Personal Data Protection, and Operational Resilience.
  • Advanced knowledge & application of audit methodology.
  • Solid knowledge of banking, corporate governance, and the 3 lines model.
  • Excellent spoken and written English language skills.
  • Proficiency in at least one other ABC business language (Arabic, French,) would be desirable.


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