Manager Operational Control & Governance
Job Summary
Role: Manager Operational Control & Governance
Location: Abu Dhabi
Role Purpose:
The Manager Operational Control & Governance plays a key role within the Internal Control function of Group Operations. This position is responsible for implementing and maintaining a robust control review framework to ensure operational processes comply with regulatory requirements industry standards and internal policies. The role supports risk mitigation process improvement and promotes a culture of compliance and governance across the organization.
Key Accountabilities of the role:
- Control Reviews
Conduct comprehensive reviews of policies and procedures (P&Ps) to ensure alignment with regulatory industry and internal standards.
- Compliance Assessments
Evaluate operational compliance with applicable laws regulations and internal governance frameworks.
- Risk Assessments
Assess the effectiveness of existing controls identify operational risks and vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Process Improvements
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for control enhancements and provide actionable recommendations for process optimization.
- Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency in control practices and promote adoption of best practices.
- Training & Awareness
Deliver guidance and training sessions on control and compliance topics to strengthen organizational understanding and adherence to established policies.
- Reporting
Prepare and present detailed reports on control review outcomes compliance status and progress updates to operational leadership and key stakeholders.
- Data Analytics
Utilize data analysis tools and techniques to identify trends anomalies and areas of concern within operational processes.
Specialist Skills / Technical Knowledge Required for this role:
- Advanced MS Excel & PowerPoint Skills
Ability to build dashboards perform data analysis and create impactful presentations for senior stakeholders. - Interpersonal & Stakeholder Management Skills
Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities to engage effectively with Division Heads senior management and cross-functional teams. - Team Leadership & Management
Experience in leading teams managing performance and fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. - Presentation & Reporting Skills
Proficiency in preparing and delivering structured reports and presentations to executive committees and governance forums. - Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
Ability to apply sound judgment and structured thinking to resolve complex control and risk-related issues. - Audit & Compliance Knowledge
Familiarity with audit processes regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks relevant to banking operations. - Operational Risk Management Tools & Frameworks
Understanding of ORM methodologies including RCSA issue tracking and risk heat mapping. - Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) Systems
Experience in using GRC platforms for tracking actions managing risks and reporting. - Policy & Procedure Review Expertise
Ability to assess and enhance control elements embedded within operational policies and procedures. - Project & Initiative Support
Capability to contribute to high-profile projects and strategic initiatives ensuring control and risk considerations are embedded.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
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